Team Member - Part Time

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of Belonging

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401k matching

Bonuses (profit sharing)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is hiring for a Warehouse Team Member - Forklift Operator (Part-Time) to support afternoon shifts in our distribution network. The role emphasizes safe operation of powered equipment, accurate product handling, and teamwork to meet productivity targets.

Responsibilities include receiving, organizing, and shipping items, adhering to safety rules, and performing equipment inspections. Prior forklift or PIT experience is strongly encouraged, with on-site training and PPE

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience or trained on PIT equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operate powered equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and ship products accurately and efficiently.
• Prioritize safety by adhering to proper procedures and PPE.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and other PIT equipment.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections and report safety concerns.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and support receiving, replenishment, and shipping operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

PIT equipment

Job description

Your Impact at Lowe's

Within our warehouse team, you play a key role in making sure our products are accurately received, organized, and shipped. As part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in supply chain operations, your work directly affects our success in achieving our mission.

Your Impact at Lowe's

Within our warehouse team, you play a key role in making sure our products are accurately received, organized, and shipped. As part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in supply chain operations, your work directly affects our success in achieving our mission.

How We Support You

As an industry leader, we invest in the people and technology needed to grow and win as a team.

• Culture of Belonging: Our teams enjoy a positive work environment where leaders support and respect you, and associates genuinely appreciate each other.
• Financial Future: We invest in you – own part of the company with our optional Employee Stock Purchase Plan, or participate in our matching 401k plan.
• Bonus Potential: When we win, you win. We award front line workers discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses when we succeed.
• Health and Wellbeing: We offer paid time off for vacations, holidays and sick time, as well as access to top-tier medical, dental and vision insurance.

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Your Day at Lowe's

As a Warehouse Team Member - Forklift Operator (Part-Time), you'll play a critical role in ensuring that our stores, customers, and communities receive the products they need. You will be expected to safely and efficiently operate powered industrial equipment while working collaboratively as part of a team. In addition, all team members are expected to follow safety regulations and procedures.

Warehouse Team Members work in diverse departments, each contributing to our supply chain operations. These departments include Building, Shipping, and Receiving.

Current Hiring Need

We are currently seeking experienced forklift operators to support our afternoon operations. The preferred schedule for this role is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Candidates with previous forklift, reach truck, order picker, or other Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and ship products accurately and efficiently.
• Prioritize safety by adhering to proper procedures and conventions.
• Perform tasks in various departments as assigned by the Operations Supervisor.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment and adhere to safety regulations.
• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment.
• Load, unload, transport, and stage merchandise accurately and efficiently while meeting productivity standards.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections of assigned equipment and report maintenance, operational, or safety concerns immediately.
• Follow all PIT operating procedures, warehouse traffic rules, and facility safety regulations.
• Accurately place products in designated storage locations and maintain inventory integrity.
• Support receiving, replenishment, order fulfillment, and shipping operations using powered equipment.
• Ensure loads are properly secured and balanced before transport to prevent product damage and safety incidents.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with facility safety standards.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory audits, and product relocation activities as needed.
• Report accidents, near misses, damaged merchandise, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Minimum Qualifications

• Team members may work evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, with voluntary and scheduled overtime as needed (additional pay for overtime).
• Physical fitness to move continuously throughout the facility, lift up to 70 pounds, and operate power equipment.
• Adherence to safety protocols, wearing necessary personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, from extreme temperatures to noisy environments.
• Strong safety orientation and ability to work independently or within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience in distribution center, warehouse, or logistics operations.
• Greater than one year of experience operating forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, cherry pickers, or other material handling equipment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Lowe's Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and equipment operation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Basic math, reading comprehension, computer, and RF scanner skills preferred.
• Spatial reasoning for effective product positioning.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and accuracy.

Schedule Requirements

• Available to work a set schedule that may be changed by management based on the facility's needs.
• May be asked to work mornings, afternoons, nights, and/or weekends based on the facility's needs.
• Primary hiring need is for an afternoon shift Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Working Conditions

Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.

Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

About Lowe’s

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.