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Industrial Truck Operator roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where employers document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 petition. Warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing companies regularly sponsor forklift and heavy equipment operators for permanent residency.
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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.
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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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.
Not the right fit? Let us know you’re interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Industrial Truck Operator
Verify your CDL and equipment certifications
PERM requires your credentials to match the job duties exactly. An OSHA forklift certification or relevant CDL class listed in the labor certification strengthens the employer's filing and reduces the risk of a DOL audit.
Target warehousing and distribution employers with PERM history
Large logistics networks and third-party warehouse operators file PERM for skilled trades more often than smaller shops. Filtering by employers with documented green card filing history puts you in front of sponsors who already understand the process.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces Industrial Truck Operator roles specifically tied to green card sponsorship, saving you from manually sorting through general job listings. Filter by EB-3 to find employers actively filing PERM for this occupation.
Understand how your wage stacks up before the offer
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your geographic area. Run your job title and ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer so you know the minimum the labor certification must meet.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting a role
Employers sponsoring you for permanent residency must be authorized to employ you during the PERM process. Asking HR whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign confirms they can legally start the filing timeline without interruption.
Time your priority date against your country's EB-3 backlog
EB-3 priority dates move at different speeds depending on your birth country. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before committing to a sponsoring employer so you understand the realistic wait from I-140 approval to adjustment of status eligibility.
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Do Industrial Truck Operator jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Industrial Truck Operator is classified as a skilled worker occupation under EB-3, which covers positions that require at least two years of training or experience. Employers in warehousing, manufacturing, and logistics regularly file PERM labor certifications for this role, making it a viable path to permanent residency for qualified foreign workers.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which Industrial Truck Operator roles typically don't meet, so H-1B isn't a realistic path for this job title. PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The trade-off is a longer overall timeline, often two to four years or more depending on your birth country's priority date.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from the employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign proving no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. They advertise in required formats, document the results, and then file the PERM application with DOL. Only after PERM certification can they file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The employer bears the filing costs and manages the timeline.
How can I find Industrial Truck Operator jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most general job listings don't specify whether an employer is willing to file PERM. Migrate Mate filters specifically for roles tied to employment-based green card sponsorship, so you can focus on warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing employers who have already committed to sponsoring foreign workers rather than guessing from generic postings.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of eligibility, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to change to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. For an Industrial Truck Operator, a role involving comparable equipment operation and duties at a new employer would likely qualify, but you should confirm the position description matches before making the move.
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