PIT Operator – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

PIT Operator operating forklifts and order pickers for GXO, a supply-chain logistics provider. Handling materials, scanning inventory, loading trailers, and performing inbound receiving.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers while adhering to safety and quality standards. Proven ability to maintain a clean work environment and effectively communicate within a team setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Powered Industrial Lift Truck OperationHandheld Scanner ProficiencyWarehouse ExperienceProcess Excellence CommitmentExcellent Communication Skills

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Lift Truck OperationOrder Picker OperationInbound Receiving ProcessesAbility to Lift 50 lbs.Ability to Lift Greater Than 75 lbs.Bending and StoopingPushing and PullingStanding for Long PeriodsSitting for Long PeriodsWalking for Long Periods

Soft Skills

Positive AttitudeTeamwork Ability

Tools & Technologies

Handheld Scanner

Certifications & Qualifications

Lift Truck Certification

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain Quality Policy7S ProgramGXO PoliciesCDC ComplianceOSHA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers to push, pull, lift, stack or move product, equipment and materials
Use a handheld scanner with a high degree of accuracy
Load and unload trailers as needed
Adhere to the 7S program and maintain a clean environment at all times
Display a commitment to process excellence
Demonstrate an understanding of the Supply Chain quality policy
Perform inbound receiving processes
Perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Trained and certified in the safe operation of powered industrial lift trucks
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime when needed
High school diploma or equivalent
1 year of warehouse experience
Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent communication skills
Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally
Ability to lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull
Ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods of time
Ability to handle or manage tools or equipment
Ability to tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments
May be required to pass a pre-employment drug test
Compliance with GXO policies and CDC, OSHA, state and local COVID safety requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Support and resources to build a career
Competitive compensation