Lift Truck Operator

Now hiring for a Lift Truck Operator

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Various Shifts Available

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Looking for Lift Truck Operator jobs in Chattanooga 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 Lift Truck Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Experience Requirements

• Previous forklift or material handling experience preferred
• Experience operating sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, clamp truck, or similar equipment is a plus
• Experience in warehouse, distribution, shipping, receiving, or logistics environments preferred
• Basic RF scanner, inventory management, or warehouse system experience preferred
• Current forklift certification preferred; company certification opportunities may be available

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and OSHA compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Experience meeting productivity and quality standards in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb, and work around warehouse equipment
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as required
• Comfortable working in varying warehouse conditions, including temperature changes, dust, and noise
• Ability to maintain awareness of pedestrians, equipment, and surrounding warehouse activities

Job Duties

• Safely operate sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, clamp truck, and other powered industrial equipment
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers efficiently and accurately
• Move, stage, stack, and transport materials throughout the warehouse and production areas
• Verify product quantities, labels, and storage locations before material movement
• Support receiving, shipping, replenishment, put-away, and order fulfillment activities
• Complete daily forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Use RF scanners, tablets, and warehouse management systems to track inventory
• Maintain accurate inventory and material movement records
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, drivers, and warehouse team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while meeting productivity and quality goals
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and standard operating practices

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life 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.

Don't Take It from Us. Ask Mujida. "They are so patient, one of the best agencies I have worked for in 10 years." -Mujidat, Staffmark Associate


What You Will Do


As a Lift Truck Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

A Lift Truck Operator helps maintain efficient warehouse operations by safely moving products between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas. This role requires equipment operation skills, organizational ability, and safe work habits.


The Lift Truck Operator combines forklift operation with inventory awareness and warehouse procedures to help ensure products are moved accurately and efficiently throughout daily operations.


This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy equipment operation and warehouse logistics.