Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Stand up/ Sit down Forklift Operator

Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Desired Start Date: September 7, 2026
Temporary: 1 month (Possible extension)
Pay rate: $20/hr
Location: Mount Vernon, IN

Duties

• Operate powered material-handling equipment, including forklifts, clamp trucks, and other power equipment, for approximately 80% of the shift.
• Load, unload, move, stock, stage, and relocate products and materials safely and efficiently.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct quantities and product types are loaded.
• Inspect inbound and outbound products for damage, infestation, proper product codes, and compliance with customer requirements.
• Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and report any variances.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, reports, and documentation.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor equipment power sources as needed.
• Conduct daily inspections of material-handling equipment.
• Maintain equipment, work areas, and materials in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.
• Assist with physical inventory activities.
• Follow all OSHA, MSDS/SDS, company, and customer safety requirements.
• Work effectively with coworkers and warehouse leadership to complete warehouse operations accurately and efficiently.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management or the customer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Forklift operator certification is essential, or successful completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Warehouse experience 
• Forklift operation experience 
• Ability to operate powered material-handling equipment for approximately 80% of the work shift.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures.
• Ability to follow work procedures, safety rules, and written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow directions accurately.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and related equipment is preferred.

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Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Relocation, Shift work

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