Stand up Forklift Operators

Job Description

Job Description

STAND UP FORKLIFT OPERATORS
Automation Personnel Services is seeking dependable and hardworking  Stand Up Forklift Operators  to join a client’s manufacturing team in Moody, AL. This position is ideal for experienced forklift operators who enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will play a key role in safely moving, storing, loading, and shipping products while supporting daily warehouse operations.

Pay Rate
$18.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours
7:45am -3:45pm with move to 10am-6pm shift

Stand-Up Forklift Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift safely and efficiently throughout the warehouse/plant
• Load and unload trucks using warehouse equipment and forklifts.
• Move finished goods and packaging materials to designated warehouse locations.
• Stock, organize, and replenish inventory while maintaining warehouse accuracy.
• Follow First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures when storing and pulling products.
• Pull orders using correct lot codes, item numbers, and shipping documentation.
• Stage products for shipment and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Palletize, wrap, and prepare finished products for shipping.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage, shortages, or signs of tampering and report issues to management.
• Verify shipments against receiving and shipping documents.
• Attach receiving tags and labels to incoming materials.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with inventory counts and other warehouse duties as assigned.

Stand-Up Forklift Operator Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience operating a  stand-up forklift required.
• Forklift certification preferred, or ability to become certified.
• Prior warehouse, distribution, shipping, or receiving experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read and follow shipping documents, bills of lading (BOLs), and inventory records.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and productivity standards.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely around warehouse equipment, machinery, and industrial environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Job Type  
Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k)  R etirement  P lan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all  eligible   contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at 

Automation Personnel Services  Pelham  Branch
2145 Pelham Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026