Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Kelly Services in partnership with Cummins has immediate openings to join the Cummins team in York, SC. Forklift Operator opportunities are available for all shifts!

Company: Cummins Inc.
Location: York, SC
Hiring For:

• Forklift Operators

These are temp-to-hire roles.

Pay & Shifts

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:20pm, $17.00/hr
2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3pm-11:20pm, $17.50/hr
3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 11pm-7:20am, $18.00/hr
Overtime required on weekends depending on shift.

Requirements (by Role)Forklift Operators

• Valid driver’s license
• 2+ year forklift experience (stand-up or sit-down, cherry picker, order picker)

General Requirements

• Basic math, reading, and computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented

What You’ll Actually Do

Forklift Operators

• Move materials across plant areas
• Use multiple forklift types (reach truck, order picker, etc.)

Why This Job Stands Out

• Weekly pay
• No GED/high school diploma required
• Entry-level friendly (especially assembler roles)
• Clear path to full-time employment
• Work for a major global manufacturer
• Access to benefits/perks through the staffing agency

Quick Reality Check

This is solid entry-to-mid-level manufacturing work , but:

• It’s physically demanding (lifting, standing all shift)
• Overtime is expected

Who This Is Best For

• Experienced Forklift Operators
• People with basic experience wanting stability
• Workers open to shift work and overtime
• Anyone looking for a long-term path with Cummins

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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