Warehouse Specialist: Forklift & Customer Support

Southern States Cooperative.; London (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support store and showroom operations, receive and stock merchandise, prepare orders, and assist customers with loading. The role emphasizes safe handling of forklift and other equipment, adherence to safety policies, and effective teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in warehouse operations, and ability to obtain forklift certification; CDL/propane certifications may

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Warehouse experience with inventory handling and industrial equipment preferred.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain within a period.
• Licensing varies by location; may require CDL and propane certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload merchandise; verify shipments and quantities.
• Stock shelves and maintain showroom appearance; replenish displays.
• Assist customers with loading merchandise into vehicles and provide loading assistance.
• Operate forklift and other equipment safely; perform basic maintenance checks.
• Perform regular housekeeping and facility maintenance; ensure safety practices are followed.
• Support inventory counts and cycle counts as assigned.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and loss prevention policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Loading/unloading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Front-end loader

Pallet jack

Skid loader

RF scanner

Job description

Southern States Cooperative is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support store and showroom operations, receive and stock merchandise, prepare orders, and assist customers with loading. The role emphasizes safe handling of forklift and other equipment, adherence to safety policies, and effective teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in warehouse operations, and ability to obtain forklift certification; CDL/propane certifications may