Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Join our team as a Forklift Operator, where you will primarily work on the loading dock handling large piping pieces for industrial applications. You will be responsible for pulling orders and preparing these large piping products for shipment using an RF scanner.

Responsibilities

• Lift and palletize materials exceeding 50 lbs as they are brought to the loading dock.
• Shrink wrap materials onto their respective pallets and assist in moving materials into trucks.
• Operate sit-down, battery-powered forklifts at our newest location.
• Restock the warehouse and manually pull parts for UPS/FedEx packages, handling 20-35 orders per day.
• Assist customers who walk in to pick up parts.
• Perform cleaning duties as necessary to maintain a tidy workspace.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in forklift operation and order pulling.
• Experience in loading trucks via forklift, material handling, and use of pallet jacks.
• Proven experience in a warehouse environment focused on production.
• Ability to prepare orders using a handheld scan gun.
• Experience in packing and strapping pallets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory control, cycle counts, and production.
• Experience in using RF scanners, shrink wrapping, and order selection.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Why Work Here?

Experience a supportive work environment where your concerns are heard. Our management team is responsive to market changes and adjusts pay rates accordingly to ensure competitive compensation. Work in a brand new, state-of-the-art warehouse equipped with the latest forklifts, racking systems, and lighting. Grow your career in a facility known for its efficiency and profitability, with opportunities for advancement as we expand our operations.

Work Environment

Work in a spacious, well-lit warehouse with large fans to keep you comfortable. Join a team of roughly 14 employees working in a collaborative environment. Enjoy a consistent first shift schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, offering a great work-life balance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.