Forklift Operator
Worthington Enterprises
$2 / hour
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Description
The forklift operator will handle material handling, stock movement, computer entry, scanning, Kanban, cycle counting, etc. This role generates the proper paperwork for material receipts and shipments and ensures positive truck flow through the facility, inbound and outbound. This role is also responsible for timely and accurate load build and shipment of customer material to meet delivery specifications and minimize freight costs, accurate inventory, and effective communication with IP, sales and corporate transportation. A successful candidate is a self-motivated multi-tasker that utilizes a strong work ethic to ensure all shipping and receiving quality levels are met.
Responsibilities
- This person will be required to pick customer orders and check orders to ensure accuracy.
- Pick / deliver materials to and from appropriate locations.
- Will operate a tow motor, power lift, various scales, etc.
- Will perform data entry in warehouse computer system.
- During various times of the month, overtime is mandatory for this position.
Hours And Pay
- Ability to work 2nd shift (3 pm - 11 pm).
- Shift Differential for 2nd shift. $2 per hour on top of base pay
- Minimum of $21 per hour
Desired Experience
- Knowledge of inventory control
- Working knowledge of PC and Windows operating system
- 1-3 years of forklift experience
- Ability to add, subtract and multiply as required for the position
- Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with using a scanning gun
- Basic English proficiency is required to read safety instructions, understand work orders, and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
About this role
Worthington Enterprises is hiring a forklift operator for its West Warwick facility to manage the full cycle of material handling—from receiving and inventory control through order picking, load building, and shipment. You'll operate forklifts, tow motors, and scales while maintaining accurate records through the warehouse computer system and scanning equipment. The role demands precision in meeting delivery specifications and freight cost targets, plus coordination with internal partners and corporate transportation to keep inbound and outbound flow moving smoothly.
The position requires 1–3 years of forklift experience, solid PC skills including Microsoft Office, and comfort with inventory control systems like Kanban and cycle counting. You'll need to be comfortable with basic math, able to read and follow safety instructions in English, and capable of communicating clearly with supervisors and teammates. This is a second shift role (3 pm–11 pm) with a $2/hour shift differential on top of a minimum $21/hour base, and mandatory overtime occurs periodically throughout the month.
Success in this role hinges on self-motivation and strong multitasking ability. You'll be responsible for order accuracy, timely shipments, and maintaining quality standards across all shipping and receiving operations—work that suits someone with a solid work ethic who can manage competing priorities and take ownership of results.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $20,000 to $40,000
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