Job Title (Multiple Roles):
Order Selector / Material Handler / Forklift Operator
Location:
Greater Savannah, Georgia
Pay Range:
$18.00 – $22.00 per hour (depending on role, shift, and experience)
Shift Options:
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1st Shift (Day)
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2nd Shift (Afternoon/Evening)
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3rd Shift (Night)
(Shift differentials may apply)
Job Summary
We are seeking dependable, physically capable individuals to join our operations team in roles including Order Selector, Material Handler, and Forklift Operator. These roles support efficient warehouse and distribution operations by moving, selecting, packing, and staging inventory and customer orders. Candidates must be flexible and able to work across first, second, or third shifts as needed.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Common Duties (All Roles)
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Adhere to all safety protocols, policies, and procedures in the warehouse.
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Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas (aisles, loading docks, storage zones).
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Use warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, RF guns, or other tools to track inventory and orders.
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Support cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and reconciliation of stock variances.
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Communicate with team members, leads, and supervision regarding delays, discrepancies, or damage issues.
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Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Order Selector Duties
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Read and interpret pick tickets, order sheets, or digital pick instructions.
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Locate and select items from warehouse inventory to fulfill outbound orders.
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Verify item counts, SKU/part numbers, and quality before staging for shipment.
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Pack, label, and prepare selected items for shipping or transfer.
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Assist with replenishment of picking areas and restocking as needed.
Material Handler Duties
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Receive, unload, sort, and stage inbound shipments.
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Transport materials to/from storage locations or production/dispatch zones.
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Assist with staging, kitting, and movement of raw materials or finished goods.
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Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, conveyors, or other material handling equipment.
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Support loading and unloading trucks, trailers, railcars, or containers.
Forklift Operator Duties (in addition to above)
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Operate sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, or other forklift types as needed.
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Load and unload pallets, skids, and heavy loads safely and accurately.
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Stack, organize, and retrieve palletized goods in racking systems.
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Perform pre-operation safety inspections and notify maintenance of issues.
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Follow load limits and safe operating practices at all times.
Qualifications & Skills
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred (but not always required).
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Prior warehouse, logistics, or material handling experience is a plus.
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Valid forklift certification (or ability to become certified) for forklift roles.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly (and occasionally heavier loads as needed).
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Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and walk for extended periods.
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Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
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Familiarity with warehouse management systems, computers, or scanning devices.
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Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational ability.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Flexibility to work varying shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
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Good attendance, punctuality, and reliability.
Working Conditions & Physical Environment
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Warehouse setting with variable temperature zones (e.g. cooler, freezer, ambient).
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Exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, pallets, and storage racks.
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Frequent noise and activity throughout facility.
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Physical demands include lifting, carrying, bending, twisting, reaching, and standing for long periods.