Warehouse / Forklift Associate

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Gretna, LA is hiring a Warehouse / Forklift Associate to support daily warehouse operations. You will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, assist with receiving, picking, staging, and shipping, and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

The role requires prior forklift experience, knowledge of receiving, shipping and inventory practices, and the ability to lift and move materials while following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Prior forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Knowledge of standard warehouse receiving, shipping, and inventory practices.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver materials throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to move materials throughout the facility.
• Efficiently load and unload delivery trucks and freight carriers.
• Pick, stage, and prepare outbound inventory for shipment.
• Receive incoming stock, verify counts, and assist with put-away procedures.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Perform basic general warehouse duties as directed by management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety procedures

Material handling

Job description

Warehouse / Forklift Associate

Location: Gretna, LA 70053

Pay Rate: $16.00 / hour

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Warehouse / Forklift Associate to join a fast-paced distribution environment in the Gretna area. In this role, you will play a key part in daily warehouse operations, including material handling, order picking, and receiving.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to move materials throughout the facility.

• Efficiently load and unload delivery trucks and freight carriers.

• Pick, stage, and prepare outbound inventory for shipment.

• Receive incoming stock, verify counts, and assist with put-away procedures.

• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.

• Perform basic general warehouse duties as directed by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution setting.

• Knowledge of standard warehouse receiving, shipping, and inventory practices.

• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver materials as needed throughout the shift.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety guidelines.

• Pre-Employment Screening: Candidates must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screening prior to placement.