Material Handler/ Forklift Operator

Forklift OperatorOperate a forklift in compliance with training and safety guidelines. Load, unload, and store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage. Store and retrieve materials, both piece pick and bulk, and prepare the necessary paperwork for distribution and shipping of products. Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment and maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the working and assigned area. Assist in periodic inventory counts as requested.ResponsibilitiesOperate forklift in compliance with forklift training and safety guidelines.Load, unload, and store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage.Store and retrieve materials, both piece pick and bulk.Prepare paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products.Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment.Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned areas.Assist in periodic inventory counts as requested.Essential SkillsOne year or recent forklift/warehouse experience.Ability to proficiently and safely use a forklift to transport products and load/unload trucks.Ability to understand and follow directions.Ability to work independently, even under pressure.Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting up to 75 lbs.Ability to read and comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, and safety materials.Safe work record and stable work history.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in material handling, inventory, sit-down forklift operation, shipping and receiving, and order picking.General labor experience.Why Work Here?Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health care, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting from the first day of the month. Benefit from 15 days of paid time off that start accruing on your first day and 8 paid holidays per year.Work EnvironmentWork in both outdoor and indoor yard-type environments.Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake City, FL.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Lake City, FL.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2026.