Forklift Operator Location: Locust Grove, GA Pay Rate: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour
Position Overview If you are a certified, experienced Forklift Operator who takes equipment operation seriously and wants to work in a clean, modern facility with a team that values your skill, this opportunity is worth your attention. A fast-growing distribution operation in Locust Grove, GA is adding certified Forklift Operators to its team at a brand-new facility — and they are looking for operators who bring professionalism, precision, and a strong safety record to work every single day. This is a full-time, direct opportunity with competitive hourly pay and real potential for advancement as the facility scales.
Key Responsibilities
Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move product safely throughout the distribution center, including receiving docks, storage areas, and shipping staging zones
Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers efficiently and accurately, coordinating with the shipping and receiving team to maintain daily throughput targets
Transport palletized product to designated storage locations within the facility using proper stacking and securing techniques
Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections on all assigned forklifts, documenting findings and reporting any mechanical issues to maintenance immediately
Maintain accurate inventory movement records by scanning product and updating the warehouse management system as required
Support cycle count and physical inventory processes as directed by inventory control and facility management
Keep all operating areas clear of hazards and maintain compliance with OSHA forklift safety standards and facility-specific safety protocols at all times
Collaborate with warehouse associates and team leads to ensure smooth, coordinated product flow throughout the facility
Operate at a pace and accuracy level that consistently meets or exceeds established productivity benchmarks
Assist with general warehouse tasks during periods of lower lift activity as directed by supervisors