Forklift Operator

Stand-Up Forklift Operator / Stacker

Location: Cartersville, GA
Pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift
Schedule: Overtime and weekends are mandatory

Job Summary

We are hiring experienced Stand-Up Forklift Operators / Stackers for a cold storage facility in Cartersville, GA. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of stand-up forklift or reach truck experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This position is responsible for operating a stand-up forklift, moving and staging products, loading and unloading materials, and stacking pallets safely and accurately.

This position requires mandatory overtime and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a stand-up forklift or reach truck.
• Stack and organize pallets according to warehouse procedures.
• Load and unload trucks and warehouse materials.
• Move products throughout the cold storage facility.
• Stage products in designated warehouse and loading areas.
• Use RF scanners to scan and track products.
• Verify product quantities, labels, locations, and conditions.
• Label, sort, stack, wrap, and secure products.
• Perform forklift pre-shift inspections and complete required documentation.
• Assist with inventory counts and product audits.
• Operate pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all warehouse and workplace safety procedures.
• Wear required PPE, including cold-weather PPE.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of stand-up forklift or reach truck experience required.
• Previous warehouse or cold storage experience preferred.
• Experience stacking pallets is required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in a cold storage environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to pass a basic math assessment.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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