Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule:

8am- 5pm

Job Summary:

• Operate sit-down or stand-up forklifts (including reach trucks) to move goods between receiving, storage, and shipping areas in cold storage.
• Load and unload products from trucks, trailers, and railcars; secure loads and ensure proper pallet stacking.
• Assist with put-away, picking, packing, and order staging; verify and label inventory; support cycle counts and audits.
• Work in controlled temperature environments (often as low as -20&degree;F / -25&degree;C) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Perform pre-shift forklift inspections; follow OSHA and facility safety rules; maintain safe speeds, visibility, and fork positioning

Responsibilities:

• Operate sit-down or stand-up forklifts (including reach trucks) to move goods between receiving, storage, and shipping areas in cold storage.
• Load and unload products from trucks, trailers, and railcars; secure loads and ensure proper pallet stacking.
• Assist with put-away, picking, packing, and order staging; verify and label inventory; support cycle counts and audits.
• Work in controlled temperature environments (often as low as -20&degree;F / -25&degree;C) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Perform pre-shift forklift inspections; follow OSHA and facility safety rules; maintain safe speeds, visibility, and fork positioning

Qualifications:

• Prior forklift operation experience, preferably in a warehouse or cold storage setting Indeed+1.
• Strength to lift and maneuver heavy loads; ability to work in cold, humid conditions.
• Accuracy in loading/unloading, inventory tracking, and safety compliance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Headquartered in Tupelo, MS, Wise Staffing Group is a full-service human resources company specializing in temporary and career staffing with an emphasis on providing excellent customer service. Wise Staffing Group become one of the largest staffing services in the Southeast United States. Since 1987, we have proven to be one of the most respected providers of innovative staffing solutions. We have developed and offer industry leading services that provide dependable, qualified workers. Each office sets and maintains the same high standards of operation and ongoing commitment to quality services. We consistently work toward superior performance in fulfilling client needs.

Company Description

Headquartered in Tupelo, MS, Wise Staffing Group is a full-service human resources company specializing in temporary and career staffing with an emphasis on providing excellent customer service. Wise Staffing Group become one of the largest staffing services in the Southeast United States. Since 1987, we have proven to be one of the most respected providers of innovative staffing solutions. We have developed and offer industry leading services that provide dependable, qualified workers. Each office sets and maintains the same high standards of operation and ongoing commitment to quality services. We consistently work toward superior performance in fulfilling client needs.