Forklift Operator

Job description:

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Southaven, MS 38672

Duration: 03 Month Contract

Pay Rate: $16 Per Hour

1st shift: 7 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator and Material Handler to join our dynamic logistics and warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating various types of material handling equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks, to efficiently load, unload, and organize inventory. Your expertise will ensure smooth warehouse operations, accurate inventory management, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of warehouse equipment such as forklifts, reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, and Hi-Lo lifts to load and unload shipments safely and efficiently.
• Manage inventory by accurately picking orders using barcode scanning systems and ensuring proper storage of materials.
• Assist in shipping and receiving processes by verifying incoming and outgoing shipments against documentation.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and perform basic repairs or report maintenance needs to ensure optimal operation.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements within the warehouse management system.
• Follow warehouse safety protocols including OSHA standards and forklift safety procedures to prevent accidents.
• Support warehouse distribution activities by organizing materials for shipment or storage while adhering to heavy lifting and manual handling guidelines.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors to optimize workflow and improve overall warehouse efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating forklift trucks (including reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo) and other material handling equipment.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control, shipping & receiving procedures.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety standards in production environments such as OSHA regulations.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual handling tasks safely.
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and verifying shipments.
• Familiarity with barcode scanning technology for logistics purposes.
• Prior experience in warehouse operations or distribution centers is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow safety protocols diligently.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.