Forklift Operator Lead
maersk
Forklift Operator Lead
maersk· Maersk Logistics & Services USA Inc.
About this role
Job Description Summary
About Us:
As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!
Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.
As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!
If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!
Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.
Summary: Receives, stores, and distributes material and products within warehouse by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ability to lead and direct team efforts in a warehouse environment.
• Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment
• Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
• Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers or assembly line.
• Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department.
• Marks materials with identifying information such as labels.
• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Arranges product in specified sequence for assembly by other workers.
• Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Leads a group of 10+ employees in the warehouse operation. Responsibilities include ability to lead, motivate and direct team efforts while informing department supervisor of problems or potential problems that require immediate attention
Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Company Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k + Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
And more!
Pay Range:
$23.00 an hour
Bonus Eligible!
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or perform a job, please email us at accommodationrequests@maersk.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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This Forklift Operator Lead role at maersk is based in USA, Kansas, Edgerton, 66030. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Forklift Operator Lead role at maersk full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Forklift Operator Lead role in the Maersk Logistics & Services USA Inc. department at maersk.
Which team or department does the Forklift Operator Lead at maersk belong to?
This Forklift Operator Lead position is part of the Maersk Logistics & Services USA Inc. department at maersk. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Forklift Operator Lead job at maersk posted?
This Forklift Operator Lead position at maersk was posted on Sep 19, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Forklift Operator Lead
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