Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team in Raleigh as a Forklift Operator and hit the ground running with immediate employment! We're seeking skilled professionals to ensure efficient warehouse operations while maintaining top-tier safety standards. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a thriving industry.
At Prime Logistics Solutions, we value precision, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. If you're ready to contribute to a fast-paced environment and grow your career in logistics, we encourage you to apply today!
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload inventory
- Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs promptly
- Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation of material movements
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and company operational procedures
- Collaborate with warehouse team to optimize storage space and workflow efficiency
- Assist in receiving, sorting, and organizing incoming shipments
- Support cycle counting and inventory reconciliation processes
- Train new team members on safe equipment operation practices
Qualifications
- Valid OSHA-certified forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Minimum 1 year of experience operating sit-down forklifts in a warehouse setting
- Strong understanding of weight distribution and load balancing principles
- Ability to read and interpret shipping/receiving documents and inventory labels
- Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand/walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Clear background check and pre-employment drug screen required