Job Description
Join DC Metro Logistics as a Forklift Operator and become part of our dynamic warehouse team! We're seeking experienced professionals to handle material handling operations in our state-of-the-art facility. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment where safety and efficiency are paramount. Your expertise will directly impact our supply chain excellence while advancing your career in logistics.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move, load, and unload materials
- Maintain accurate inventory counts using warehouse management systems
- Inspect and perform basic maintenance on forklifts daily
- Adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols and company guidelines
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse workflows
- Stack and organize pallets in designated storage areas
- Assist with receiving, shipping, and order fulfillment processes
Qualifications
- Valid forklift operator certification (OSHA-approved)
- Minimum 2 years of warehouse/forklift experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Strong attention to detail and spatial awareness
- Basic computer literacy for inventory systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
- High school diploma or equivalent required