Warehouse - Forklift Operator I

Gildan; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and continuous development

Attractive benefits packages

Diversity and teamwork celebrated

Job summary

Gildan is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift to handle pallet movement, order fulfillment, and RF-terminal tasks at our Virginia warehouse. The role requires safe forklift operation and the ability to work with our Warehouse Management System and barcode scanners to ensure accurate inventory movement.

This is a full-time, on-site position offering benefits and opportunities for mentorship and professional growth within a publicly traded company known for teamwork and a diverse,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Able to perform scanning and use Warehouse Management System.

Responsibilities

• Perform scans and administrative work for the warehouse management system and productivity tracking.
• Move cases and pallets using powered forklift to designated locations.
• Locate and retrieve shipping cases from sorter and ensure correct pallet labeling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System

RF terminal

Barcode scanner

Job description

Who We Are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Who We Are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada. Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

Forklift Operator Warehouse 2nd Shift

POWERED EQUIPMENT

• Completes daily safety and preventive maintenance checklist for assigned forklift equipment.
• Logs on and off of Warehouse Management System at truck-mounted radio frequency (RF) terminal.
• Picks up pallets of cases and moves to appropriate location, as directed by RF terminal.
• Pick-up and deliver locations include:
• Completed pallet staging at sorttion.
• Pallet conveyor induction stations.
• VNA rack pick-up and delivery stations.
• Case AS/RS induction platform.
• Shipping Prep area.
• Service Promo/Repurpose Area
• Scans, truck-mounted scanner attached to RF terminal, bar codes on pallet and location to confirm correct move to Warehouse Management System.

General Statement Of Job

Performs any order fulfillment work required, in any warehouse job function. Fully cross-trained and qualified for accountability on all warehouse functions in specified areas. Functions include, but are not limited to:

• Move cases from VNA to Label Prep & Pasa-Flo
• Move cases from Repurpose to dock locations
• Load Promo product for outside contractor
• Move palletized cases with powered forklift.
• Locate and retrieve shipping cases from sorter

Essential Job Duties

• Performs specified scans and administrative work for warehouse management system and productivity tracking.
• Scans all cases and pallet label on completed pallets to assign cases to pallets within Warehouse Management System.
• Must operate lift equipment.

Minimum Education Required

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

Find your fit with us

We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.