Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator
Gainesville, Georgia

Pay: $17.75 per hour

Schedule: Not specified

About the Role
We are seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations in Gainesville, Georgia. This position involves operating a sit-down forklift to load, unload, stage, and stack materials, ensuring safe and efficient equipment use while maintaining warehouse organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently within a warehouse environment.
• Load and unload trailers, move materials throughout the facility.
• Receive, stage, and stack products in designated areas following FIFO procedures.
• Supply production areas with materials and remove finished goods as needed.
• Perform basic safety checks on forklift equipment and report issues promptly.
• Use RF scanners for warehouse and production documentation.
• Stage products accurately by item, lot, and location.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, palletizing, and stretch-wrapping tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following housekeeping and 5S standards.
• Communicate with leads and supervisors regarding damages, shortages, or delays.
• Support additional operational tasks and departmental needs as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work on-site following safety guidelines.
• Reliable attendance and adherence to scheduled shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RF scanners and warehouse documentation.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety standards and procedures.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Operating in an on-site warehouse setting that adheres to safety standards, with physical capability to lift up to 30 lbs consistently.

Dress Code
Long pants (denim acceptable, no holes or rips), T-shirt, and steel toe safety shoes.

Fair Chance & Background Checks: This position may require a background check consistent with applicable law. We comply with all Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and applicant rights laws.

Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs or practices in accordance with applicable law.

Eligible employees may receive benefits required by applicable federal, state, or local law. Additional benefit eligibility, if any, is determined by company policy, applicable benefit plans, the employee's classification, work location, and assignment.
The Company reserves the right to modify the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment at any time consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job posting creates a contract of employment. Employment is at-will where permitted by law.

Partners Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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