Warehouseman / Forklift Operator

Falcon Maritime and Aviation; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stable, long-term employment opportunity

Opportunities for growth within the logistics industry

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Falcon Maritime and Aviation, located in Hempfield Township, is looking for a Warehouseman / Forklift Operator to support their warehouse operations. This role is vital for the safe handling and organization of freight. Candidates should have prior experience and a strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, unloading shipments, and maintaining organization within the warehouse. The position offers stable employment and opportunities for growth in the logistics industry.

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse experience required.
• Current forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and freight handling.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Load and unload trucks, containers, and freight shipments.
• Organize and stage freight within warehouse locations.

Skills

Forklift operating experience

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Ability to lift heavy freight

Job description

Company Overview

Falcon Maritime and Aviation is a full-service international transportation and logistics company specializing in customized freight forwarding and supply chain solutions for over 60 years. We are currently seeking a dependable and safety-focused Warehouseman / Forklift Operator to join our warehouse operations team.

This position plays a critical role in the safe handling, movement, and organization of freight within our warehouse facilities.

Position Overview

The Warehouseman / Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, receiving, storing, and handling cargo within the warehouse environment. This role requires prior forklift operating experience, strong attention to safety procedures, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, safety conscious, and capable of handling freight carefully and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment
• Load and unload trucks, containers, and freight shipments
• Receive and inspect inbound cargo for damage or discrepancies
• Organize and stage freight within warehouse locations
• Assist with palletizing, labeling, wrapping, and cargo preparation
• Verify freight counts, markings, and shipment information
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization
• Follow all company safety procedures and warehouse protocolsAssist warehouse office staff with cargo identification and handling as needed
• Report damaged freight, shortages, or operational issues promptly

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse experience required
• Forklift operating experience required
• Current forklift certification preferred (or ability to obtain certification)
• Ability to safely lift and move freight
• Strong attention to detail and safety procedures
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and freight handling
• Experience in freight forwarding or logistics is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and move heavy freight consistent with warehouse operations
• Comfortable working in a physically active warehouse environment

Compliance & Work Authorization Requirements

Due to the nature of the freight and regulatory requirements associated with certain shipments handled by the company, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Preference may be given to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents where permitted by law and customer contractual requirements.

Falcon Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Stable, long-term employment opportunity
• Opportunity for growth within the logistics industry
• Team-oriented work environment
• Exposure to international freight and warehouse operations