Warehouse Technician

NOW HIRING: FORKLIFT OPERATORS IN CHESAPEAKE, VA!

Position: Forklift Operator
Pay: $18.50/hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some Saturday availability and possible overtime
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Overview for Forklift Operators

The Lee Group is looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to work with one of our valued manufacturing clients in Chesapeake, VA. This temp-to-hire opportunity is ideal for an experienced warehouse professional with 3 to 4 years of forklift experience who is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.

As a Forklift Operator, you will work closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and other warehouse team members to support shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material movement. The right candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding warehouse work throughout the shift.

Job Responsibilities of Forklift Operators

Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, floor scrubbers, stretch wrappers, roll clamps, and other equipment as assigned.

Support daily shipping and receiving activities.

Ensure outgoing materials are accurately entered into the computerized inventory control system.

Generate system Bills of Lading using LX and custom programs.

Handwrite Bills of Lading for non-LX items when required.

Receive and process RMAs.

Load and brace trucks and containers for outgoing shipments.

Compile and organize shipping paperwork for filing.

Pick and stage products and materials for finishing operations.

Complete pick lists using LX and custom programs.

Enter carrier PRO numbers into LX and custom programs while dispatching daily orders.

Confirm and audit shipments in the computerized system.

Help maintain accurate inventory by conducting cycle counts, completing required LX transactions, and staging materials according to established procedures.

Follow all company safety standards and actively participate in workplace safety programs.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications of Forklift Operators

High school diploma or equivalent level of education required.

3 to 4 years of forklift operating experience required.

Must be comfortable performing heavy lifting and physically demanding warehouse duties.

Previous shipping, receiving, warehouse, or manufacturing experience preferred.

Ability to accurately follow warehouse procedures and safety requirements.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.

Ability to work effectively with warehouse supervisors and team members.

Ability to use or learn computerized inventory systems, including LX and custom programs.

Flexibility to work overtime and Saturdays when needed.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements of Forklift Operators

Must be able to perform heavy lifting as required throughout the shift.

Must be able to safely perform physically demanding shipping, receiving, material handling, and warehouse duties.

Position requires regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and material handling.

Regular operation of forklifts and other warehouse equipment is required.

Work is performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Must comply with all company and facility safety standards.

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Candidates must have some Saturday availability and be able to work overtime when needed.

The Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion: Aligning Talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives! And that's what the right job can mean for a family and what the right employees can mean for a business. We get up every day and come to work for one reason: Putting the right people, in the right seats. We are guided by our Core Values:

We are purpose driven to change people's lives.

We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.

We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.

We get it, our business and our customers.

We get it right!

Work with us and we will put over 50 years of experience to work for you!!

The Lee Group is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.