Forklift Operator

Forklift OperatorWith Staff Management | SMX, you'll get a weekly paycheck, learn new skills, meet new people, and work with a great management team in a clean and safe environment. Staff Management is seeking 1st-shift and 2nd-shift Forklift Operators for our premier client in Kenosha, WI. This role will operate reach and stand-up forklifts and other industrial vehicles as needed. There is an opportunity to convert from temp to hire in this role. Our positions are more relaxed than other large warehouses; find out for yourself by starting your application now!Shift Information:1st Shift: 8:00 am-4:30 pm, Monday - Friday ($21/hour)2nd Shift: 4:00 pm-12:30 am, Monday - Friday ($22/hour)Spanish speakers are welcome, but all Associates must be able to read and understand English well enough to complete the responsibilities of this role.Perks & Benefits: Casual Dress Code, Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Medical / Dental Insurance, Referral Bonus (Restrictions Apply). Bonus per eligibility requirements.Shifts: 1st Shift, 2nd Shift. Employment Types: Full Time, Temp to Hire. Pay Rate: $21.00 - $22.00 / hourDuties: Day-to-day responsibilities for this role can include:Operates a reach and stand-up forkliftStacks and unstacks pallets on the floor or in a rack.Ensures the safe and efficient movement of goods.Follows safety regulations and company guidelines.Checks that loads are centered and properly stacked.Determines when repairs need to be made on equipment.Rotates stock so that oldest items are shipped or sold first.Loads and unloads product from and onto tractor-trailers.Quality assurance (QA) duties, including reporting product damage and shortages.Utilizes radio frequency (RF) scanning equipment to track inventory.Shrink-wraps goods or otherwise secures them and prepares them for transport.Documents arrival, departure, movement, and storage of goods; checks trucking manifests and bills of lading (BOL).Position Requirements: Qualifications for this role include:Ability to read and understand packaging and shipping documents and safety guidelines.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to perform basic math.Excellent hand-eye coordination, peripheral vision, and ability with spatial relationships.Efficient individual with excellent time management skills.Ability to lift 50 pounds.Steel-toed boots are required for this position.Attention to detail.Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements:Previous warehouse experience.Prior experience as a forklift operator.Forklift or heavy machinery certification.Completion of a forklift driving course, a plus.High school diploma or GED, preferred.Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test, Must be at least 18 years old. Able to Lift 50 pounds.Work Location: Staff Management | SMX, 8725 31st St.Suite B, Kenosha, WI 53144.