High Reach Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

High Reach Forklift Operator (Double-Deep Warehouse Experience Required)

Important Information Before Applying

To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below. This position requires significant experience operating High Reach equipment within a double-deep warehouse environment, as well as extensive experience operating Sit-Down Electric Counterbalance Forklifts and Electric Rider Pallet Jacks.

This position is not intended for candidates whose experience is limited to standard stand-up reach trucks, cherry pickers, order pickers, or general forklift operation without substantial high-reach, double-deep warehouse experience.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications may not be considered for this position.

Job Summary

On Target has a client that is a large food distribution facility, and is seeking an experienced Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operator to support shipping, receiving, and warehouse putaway operations. This role requires the ability to transition between a High Reach Truck, Sit-Down Electric Counterbalance Forklift, and Electric Rider Pallet Jack in a high-volume distribution environment.

This is a long-term opportunity with a stable employer offering growth and advancement opportunities for qualified operators.

Required Experience (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must possess all of the following:

• Minimum three (3) years of recent High Reach Truck experience
• Experience operating High Reach equipment within double-deep inventory systems
• Experience handling double and triple-stacked pallet storage
• Minimum five (5) years of Sit-Down Electric Counterbalance Forklift experience
• Minimum five (5) years of Electric Rider Pallet Jack experience (front rider, center rider, or end rider)
• Previous experience in both Shipping & Receiving and Warehouse Putaway Operations
• Experience working within a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Strong understanding of OSHA-compliant forklift and warehouse safety practices

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate High Reach Trucks to perform putaway functions within double-deep racking systems.
• Safely handle and store double and triple-stacked pallets at elevated heights.
• Operate Sit-Down Electric Counterbalance Forklifts for shipping and receiving activities.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments in a high-volume environment.
• Operate Electric Rider Pallet Jacks for order selection and warehouse support as needed.
• Verify inventory accuracy and complete inventory transactions within the Warehouse Management System.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report operational concerns.
• Assist with warehouse organization, pallet storage, and material movement.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Work closely with supervisors and warehouse leadership to maintain productivity and efficiency goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Strong understanding of warehouse distribution operations.
• Basic math skills for inventory counts, measurements, and product verification.
• Experience working in food distribution, grocery distribution, or other high-volume warehouse environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and job-related requirements. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.