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Powered Industrial Truck Operator

NAPA Genuine Parts Company · Stevens Point, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked fast but stayed safe.

What they are checking: Balancing productivity and safety, which matters most with powered equipment.

Tell me about a time you reported a quality problem on a shipment.

What they are checking: Willingness to report variances so damaged or wrong product doesn't move on.

What would you do

You find a problem during your inspection, like a leak or weak brakes. What do you do?

What they are checking: Tagging out unsafe equipment instead of using it to keep up with work.

Someone walks into your path while you're carrying a load. What do you do?

What they are checking: Pedestrian safety awareness, since a forklift and a person sharing an aisle is where serious injuries happen.

About the work

What types of powered industrial trucks have you operated, and for how long?

What they are checking: Real hands-on experience with forklifts, reach trucks or order pickers.

Walk me through your daily inspection before you use a forklift.

What they are checking: Whether they know a pre-shift inspection covers forks, brakes, horn, lights, hydraulics and leaks.

What OSHA rules do you follow when operating a lift truck?

What they are checking: Working knowledge of OSHA standards like seat belts, load limits and safe travel.

How do you safely load a trailer with a forklift?

What they are checking: Knowing to check wheel chocks, dock plates and trailer condition before driving in.

Tell me how you stack product so it's stable and easy to find later.

What they are checking: Safe stacking and organized putaway that keep inventory accurate.

How do you help with a physical inventory count?

What they are checking: Care and accuracy during counts, which keep inventory records right.

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The full job description

As published by NAPA Genuine Parts Company.

Job Summary NAPA Auto Parts is seeking a skilled and energetic Warehouse Equipment Operator to join our growing team of professionals. Our equipment operators perform many different tasks; for example, receiving, replenishing, picking, and loading product as it is picked. Responsibilities • Load, unload, move, stack and stage product and materials using power equipment. Maintain Equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. Daily inspection on assigned equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards. • Receiving/Putaway – Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store the product in the appropriate areas. • Order Picking – Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and ready for shipment. • Loading – Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers or containers. • Quality – Ensure inbound and outbound shipment are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances as needed. • Inventory – Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation. • Safety, Housekeeping, Security: Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Comply with OSHA and other applicable standards. Report issues and problems to Management. • Safety – Will Support and abide by the company’s safety program and all safety initiatives, policies and procedures. • Must meet job standards, which may change as equipment, materials and procedures change to allow for improvements or additional responsibilities for this position. Qualifications • NAPA Associates are required to have the stamina to stand and walk for the entire work shift. • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required. • 6 months prior work experience is a plus. • Prior Powered Industrial Equipment preferred • Able to speak clearly and listen attentively. • Capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers (both visually and orally) and remembering their sequence. The position requires good basic math skills and the ability to identify both numeric and alphanumeric sequences accurately and rapidly for placing product in the proper locations. • Should have basic computer usage skills. Physical Demands / Working Environment • Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry objects of varying weights, typically 25 to 50 pounds or more, depending on the job duties. • Pushing and Pulling: Capability to push and pull carts, pallet jacks, or other equipment loaded with materials throughout the warehouse. This may involve pushing or pulling heavy loads over extended distances or up ramps. • Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift. Warehouse employees need to be able to move around the warehouse facility to pick orders, stock shelves, or perform other tasks. • Bending and Stooping: Capacity to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to retrieve items from shelves, bins, or storage racks. Employees need the ability to access items throughout the warehouse at various heights and angles. • Climbing: Can climb ladders or stairs to access elevated storage areas or perform maintenance tasks. Warehouse employees need to have the capacity to work at heights to include open floor mezzanines and follow safety protocols for ladder use. • Operating Equipment: Proficiency in operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and order pickers. Depending on the job role, employees must pass certification or training programs to operate certain equipment safely. • Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle small objects, operate machinery controls, and perform tasks requiring precision and accuracy. This may include picking and packing items, labeling products, or assembling shipments. • Repetitive Motion: Ability to perform repetitive tasks, such as scanning barcodes, sorting items, or packaging products, throughout the shift. Employees should be able to maintain productivity while performing repetitive motions safely. • Physical Endurance: Stamina and endurance to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity targets. Warehouse employees need to have the capacity to work long hours, weekends, or overtime during peak periods. • Safety Awareness: Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents and injuries. Employees should be vigilant about potential hazards in the warehouse environment and take appropriate precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others. • Environment : Position operates in a warehouse setting with continuous exposure to industrial noise (e.g., forklifts, conveyors, machinery, and loading activities), bright overhead lighting, and varying temperatures due to limited climate control. Employees regularly work around moving equipment and mechanical operations and must remain alert to audible and visual safety signals in a fast-paced environment. Not the right fit? 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