Sit-Down Forklift Operator

$16 per hour

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Job Full Description

Sit-Down Forklift Operator (1st Shift) | Up to $16.00/hr

Location: Saint Louis, MO 63134

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 1st Shift | Daytime Hours

Pay Rate: Up to $16.00 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Material Handling, Logistics, Distribution, Industrial Warehousing

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Sit-Down Forklift Operator (1st Shift) for a fast-paced industrial warehouse facility in Saint Louis, MO (63134).

In this high-volume equipment role, you will be driving a sit-down forklift 100% of the time. Your primary focus will be loading and unloading trucks, organizing palletized inventory, and feeding pallet lines to repairers to keep operations moving smoothly. If you have solid sit-down forklift experience, thrive in a active work environment, and are ready for steady daytime hours, apply today!

What You Get

Competitive Pay: Earn up to $16.00 / hour depending on experience.
Predictable Schedule: Steady 1st Shift daytime hours.
Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.
Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

100% Dedicated Forklift Operation: Safely and continuously operate a sit-down forklift throughout your entire shift in a fast-paced environment.
Truck Loading & Unloading: Efficiently load and unload incoming and outgoing freight trucks and shipping containers.
Pallet Stacking & Organization: Neatly stack, stage, and organize pallets within assigned warehouse storage areas and bay locations.
Repair Line Support: Transport and supply pallets directly to repair technicians so they can maintain steady workflow and production goals.
Equipment Care & Safety: Perform daily pre-shift forklift inspections, follow site safety protocols, and keep driving lanes clear of hazards.

What You Need

Equipment Experience: Hands-on experience operating sit-down forklifts required.
Required PPE: Steel-toe work boots strictly required on site from day one.
Fast-Paced Capability: Ability to drive efficiently and safely in a active, fast-moving warehouse setting.
Detail & Accuracy: Sharp eye for stacking pallets securely, organizing rows neatly, and maintaining floor safety.
Reliability: Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation to Saint Louis, MO 63134.
Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top warehousing, manufacturing, and commercial facilities across Saint Louis City, Berkeley, Maryland Heights, and St. Louis County. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your assignment.

How to Apply

1st shift sit-down forklift openings in 63134 fill fast! Apply today with Express Employment Professionals to schedule your recruiter phone screening and get started right away.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Maryland Heights (Saint Louis Metro), MO
1231
2280 Administration Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63146

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