Forklift & Reach Truck Operator -- Distribution Center

Job Description

Job Description

Forklift & Reach Truck Operator — Distribution Center

Location: Ashland, VA | Pay: $18–$20/hour (DOE)

Is this you?

• Do you navigate a forklift with confidence and care?
• Can you keep counts precise while the dock is moving fast?
• Are safety checklists second nature to you?

Role snapshot

Join a high-velocity warehouse where accuracy and safety power everything we do. We have openings on 1st and 2nd shift so you can match work with your routine.

You will

• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move, stage, and stack product.
• Load/unload trucks and verify order counts and condition.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and report any issues immediately.
• Follow safety guidelines and SOPs without exception.
• Keep aisles and storage areas organized and support inventory control.
• Partner with team members to achieve daily production and shipping targets.

You have

• Hands-on forklift experience; some roles require stock picker, reach truck, or electric pallet jack skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Strength and stamina to handle heavy materials throughout the shift.
• Dependable, team-first approach with a safety mindset.
• Prior warehouse or manufacturing experience is needed.

What’s in it for you

• $18–$20/hour based on experience.
• Day shift opportunities.
• Consistent work in a structured, safety-focused operation.
• Chances to deepen your logistics and material-handling expertise.