Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Stand-Up Forklift Driver
Job Category: Light Industrial
Department: Shipping
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Rate: $19.00/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Type: Temporary (Temp-to-Hire Potential)
Special Requirement: Candidates must have recent experience operating a stand-up forklift. Please ensure this is clearly noted in submissions.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Stand-Up Forklift Driver to join our shipping team. The primary responsibility of this role is to safely and efficiently transport pallets throughout the warehouse, accurately stage orders, and support general warehouse operations. This position is a replacement role with strong potential for permanent hire based on performance and business need.
Key Responsibilities:
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Operate stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and rider pallet jacks to move materials and products.
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Conduct pre-shift and routine safety inspections on all powered industrial equipment.
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Stage pallets and fruit bins for inbound and outbound shipments, as well as product inspections.
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Load and unload materials, place products in racking systems, and manage product flow.
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Maintain and follow schedules for forklift and scanner equipment maintenance.
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Keep workstations clean, organized, and in compliance with safety standards.
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Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
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Accurately label pallets and ensure loads are secure prior to transport.
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Use warehouse scanning systems for inventory control and pallet tracking.
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Immediately report any product, pallet, or facility damage to supervisors.
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Assist in down-stacking and re-stacking pallets as needed.
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Participate in cycle counts and monthly inventory audits.
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Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Minimum 2 years of recent, certified forklift operation experience (stand-up forklift required).
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Experience with sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks preferred.
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Familiarity with inventory systems such as AS400 is a plus.
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Strong understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Good verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
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Ability to lift and move 25–50 pounds regularly.
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Comfortable working in a cold, temperature-controlled warehouse (34°ree;F to 42°ree;F).
This is a great opportunity for a dependable and safety-conscious forklift operator who is looking to grow within a fast-paced distribution environment. Apply today to get started.
Company DescriptionLiberty Staffing USA is a diverse culture-minded staffing company run by skillful staffing professionals with decades of combined experience. Our ultimate goal is to place the right people in the right jobs, provide our customers with premium service.
Company Description
Liberty Staffing USA is a diverse culture-minded staffing company run by skillful staffing professionals with decades of combined experience. Our ultimate goal is to place the right people in the right jobs, provide our customers with premium service.