Forklift Operator

Join Our Warehouse Team

Are you ready to make an impact in a material-handling role with a growing international logistics organization?

Palmer Logistics, now part of H. Essers, is seeking skilled Forklift Operators to join our team and contribute to the team's financial success. Since 1928, H. Essers has grown from a single truck into a leading international logistics provider with more than 7,500 employees. Together with Palmer Logistics, we are building on a shared commitment to safety, operational excellence, customer partnerships, innovation and continuous improvement.

This position offers the opportunity to develop strong problem-solving skills, make a positive impact in our organization, and help shape the future of our U.S. warehouse operations.

Position Summary

Forklift Operators are responsible for receiving, shipping and quality control of various customer products consisting of non-hazardous and hazardous materials, food grade and other commodities. Forklift Operators will be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and proficient in operating different types of equipment in a fast-paced environment, while implementing best practices that support the continued growth of Palmer Logistics and H. Essers. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and proficient in operating different types of equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Rate:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on experience and equipment knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, move, and stage product by operating various equipment such as sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker.
• Pull and prepare product for shipping including but not limited to labeling, banding, stretch wrapping, block and brace.
• Verify shipments for accuracy, document and report any discrepancies.
• Utilize RF scanner.
• Follow established company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with warehouse and office personnel to meet productivity goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform daily equipment inspections prior to operation.
• Perform other duties and not limited to just driving a forklift, you will label, band, stretch wrap, clean drums and totes, and restack bags and pails.

Qualifications:

• Must have 2 -3 years of forklift experience in a logistics environment.
• Flexible work schedule: must be able to come in early, stay late, and/or work weekends depending on operational needs.
• Must be able to work in a congested area(s) and non-climate-controlled warehouse.
• Must have 2 -3 years in handling hazardous material
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, adjust the body to bend, push, pull, stretch, stoop, squat, and grab; walk and sit for extended periods.
• Detail-oriented and capable of performing basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Palmer Logistics and H. Essers are an Equal Opportunity Employer