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Kelly Services

Forklift Operator

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$47,432 / year median in Massachusetts

+14% projected growth

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10370873 Posted today Back Lunenburg, MA, US Light Industrial High School or equivalent Full Time, Temporary 21.76 Experienced (Non-Manager) On-site Manufacturing - Other Second Shift (Afternoon) Lunenburg, MA, US 21.76 Experienced (Non-Manager) Full Time, Temporary Manufacturing - Other On-site Light Industrial High School or equivalent Second Shift (Afternoon) Apply Now Applied Job details
Forklift Operator Location:
Lunenburg, MA Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00
PM Pay Rate:
$21.76/hour Take your career to the next level with Kelly®! Are you a skilled Forklift Operator looking for the right opportunity in a fast-paced environment? Kelly is partnering with Smurfit Westrock to find an experienced Forklift Operator for their off-site warehouse in Lunenburg, MA. Join a driven team that values safety, accuracy, and teamwork!
What You'll Do:
Safely operate industrial forklifts and perform daily equipment inspections Track, move, load, and unload materials, ensuring quality, accuracy, and condition Meet customer delivery requirements, loading up to 25 trailers daily Use an RF scanner for material handling and documentation Palletize and stretch wrap units; complete all necessary paperwork Support production lines and assist other departments as needed Maintain a clean and safe work area, including changing propane tanks and cleaning warehouse/loading docks
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED Valid driver's license Prior forklift experience in a high-speed environment preferred Forklift certification (recent preferred; we will train candidates willing to learn) Basic computer skills and willingness to learn proprietary software Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; basic math and tape measure skills Strong attendance and availability for overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, use stairs, and drive in reverse throughout the shift
Warehouse Note:
This facility is not climate controlled. Why Kelly? As a Kelly employee, you'll receive weekly pay, access to benefits, and ongoing support from dedicated recruiters who are invested in your success and career growth. Ready for a new challenge? Apply today! 10370873 Share this job Copied url To save a job sign in or get started To apply for this job email your details to I want more jobs like this in my inbox.
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The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Get a complete career fit with Kelly ® . You're looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we're here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice .