Forklift Operator

About The Role

A forklift operator operates a forklift to move, stack, load, and unload materials safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized work area. Work collaboratively with other warehouse teams to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. In addition to operating a forklift, the operator may be required to get certified on other powered industrial machines, such as pallet jacks or order pickers. This requires a strong understanding of safety procedures and the ability to operate these machines safely and efficiently.

What You Will Do

• Move materials and products to designated storage areas within the manufacturing facility.
• Stack and organize pallets, crates, and other containers in an orderly manner.
• Inspect and maintain the forklifts and other equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels, cleaning, refueling and watering on a weekly basis.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Assist in inventory management by accurately recording and reporting stock levels.
• Collaborate with team members to fulfill production and shipping requirements.
• Assist in other warehouse areas as needed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments.
• Adhere to quality standards and ensure the integrity of products during handling and transportation.
• Perform general warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, and labeling when required.
• Follow company policies and procedures related to material handling and warehouse operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards.
• Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Meet productivity targets and deadlines set by the company.
• Comply with regulatory requirements and guidelines pertaining to forklift operation.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Uphold a positive and professional attitude while working in a team environment.
• Ability to load and unload trailers in a safe manner, including double-stacked pallets and frame racks.
• Report to management any damaged boxes, products, or pallets that might be encountered in one’s daily activities.
• Properly negotiate the warehouse when driving one’s forklift with a load that provides limited visibility.
• Attend weekly safety/informational meetings and ad hoc meetings as required by management.
• Understand and follow all forklift QMS documentation.

What You Bring

• High School diploma or GED
• 1+ year of relevant work experience
• Ability to manually lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to safely operate the above machinery
• Successfully pass the practical based training in compliance with OSHA standards.

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be $18/HR. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a face-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

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What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.