Forklift Operator

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Newport, AR


Schedule: Nights ; Schedule & Training • 12-hour shifts • 2-2-3 rotation


Don't Just Clock In. Crank It Up.


Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Newport 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 Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.


Job Duties

• Operate forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage materials.
• Receive incoming raw materials and verify correct products and quantities.
• Load and unload trailers and move materials to designated storage locations.
• Supply raw materials to production areas as needed.
• Return unused materials to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Scan and track materials using warehouse inventory systems.
• Inspect, rotate, count, and organize incoming materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and receiving area.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with additional warehouse and inventory duties as needed.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.
• 1-2+ years of forklift experience preferred.
• Previous warehouse experience required.
• Experience with loading, unloading, receiving, or inventory preferred.
• High-reach forklift and warehouse management system (WMS) experience preferred.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

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

Friendly. Attentive. Solid Team "The supervisors are such great people - very friendly and attentive." -Jesus, Staffmark Associate


What You Will Do


As a Forklift 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.

• Operate forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage materials.
• Receive incoming raw materials and verify correct products and quantities.
• Load and unload trailers and move materials to designated storage locations.
• Supply raw materials to production areas as needed.
• Return unused materials to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Scan and track materials using warehouse inventory systems.
• Inspect, rotate, count, and organize incoming materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and receiving area.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with additional warehouse and inventory duties as needed.

The Forklift Operator supports warehouse operations by safely transporting inventory using forklifts and other powered industrial equipment. This role requires equipment proficiency, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to workplace safety.


A successful Forklift Operator understands warehouse procedures, inventory movement, equipment inspections, and material handling practices while maintaining efficient workflows and accurate product movement. Dependable performance contributes directly to operational success.


This career offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy operating warehouse equipment.