Forklift Operator

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Schedule: Day shift Schedule & Training * 12-hour shifts * 2-2-3 rotation

The Real Warehouse MVPs Drive Forklifts.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Newport where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage materials.
• Receive incoming raw materials and verify correct products and quantities.
• Load and unload trailers and move materials to designated storage locations.
• Supply raw materials to production areas as needed.
• Return unused materials to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Scan and track materials using warehouse inventory systems.
• Inspect, rotate, count, and organize incoming materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and receiving area.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with additional warehouse and inventory duties as needed

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of forklift experience preferred.
• High-reach forklift and warehouse management system (WMS) experience preferred.
• Experience using RF scanners
• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.
• Previous warehouse experience required.
• Experience with loading, unloading, receiving, or inventory preferred.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.
• Ability to repeatedly lift approximately 60 pounds, with some duties requiring lifting up to 80 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

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