Material Handler Forklift Operator

Material Handler Forklift Operator

Our client, Industrial is seeking a Material Handler Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Material Handler Forklift Operator, you will be part of the Logistics team supporting warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong safety mindset, the ability to work at a fast pace, and attention to detail which will align successfully in the organization.

Location: Liberty, MO

Pay Range: $21.44 to $22.44 *Significant raise once you convert to a permanent position. (approx. 90 - 100 days)

Shift: B Shift (Tuesday–Friday + occ. OT 6pm–approximately 4:30am) C Shift (Friday/Saturday 6am–approximately 4:30pm and Sunday/Monday 6pm–approximately 4:30am).

What's the Job?

• Pick orders using an RF scan gun and ensure accurate order fulfillment
• Pack orders in totes, label items, and complete kitting tasks as assigned
• Operate a standup forklift when needed to pull orders, load, and unload trucks
• Support shipping and receiving activities including manual unloading and loading
• Perform value-added services such as void fill, packing, LTL sorting, and shipper/taper line support

What's Needed?

• Must have Stand-Up forklift (Stand-Up Reach) and/or Stand-Up forklift experience, plus a Tugger or Sit Down forklift experience
• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed and perform physically intensive work (reaching, bending, walking, and standing)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with analytical and problem-solving ability
• Team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to follow direction and safety standards in a busy, sometimes noisy warehousing environment

What's in it for me?

• Work in a logistics-focused warehouse role where your accuracy and safety matter
• Hands-on experience across picking, packing, labeling, kitting, and shipping/receiving tasks
• Clear expectations and structured work under the direction of management
• Opportunity to contribute to value-added production support such as kitting and assembly-related tasks
• Motivating, fast-paced environment where teamwork and attention to detail drive results

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Significant raise once converted to a permanent staff member
• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!