Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Trillium is seeking Reach Truck Forklift Operators in Columbus!

This temp-to-hire role gives you the chance to step into a strong, well-run operation where reach truck forklift operators are a key part of keeping daily warehouse activity moving smoothly. You'll handle receiving, shipping, inventory control, and safe material flow throughout the facility while working with a team that values consistency, communication, and reliability.

You'll be conducting high pushing and pulling customer orders from a maximum of five levels. Duties will also include staging outbound shipments, and helping to maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused warehouse environment that supports both the team and the customers they serve.

Responsibilities: Operate reach truck forklifts for high pushing and pulling of product. Receive, inspect, store, pick, pull, and stage materials and customer orders. Generate, scan, and apply shipping labels; process inbound/outbound transactions in warehouse systems. Verify shipments, resolve receiving discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory using FIFO practices. Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards while supporting daily operations and special projects. Work effectively with the team in a fast-paced environment requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Perform all duties in a warehouse setting with varying temperatures and moderate noise.

Schedule is 1st Shift / Monday Friday / 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Pay rate is $19.00 per hour.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and basic math skills for accurate inventory work. Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. and follow OSHA-compliant warehouse safety practices. Proven reach truck forklift operation experience. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for simple documentation and tracking. Valid driver's license. High school diploma or equivalent and a current forklift certification. At least six months of warehouse experience with exposure to shipping, receiving, inventory control, and order picking. Ability to operate reach truck forklifts safely and consistently.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for the employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium's offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

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