$20.25 - $21.25 per hour Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We've Got Work. Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Napoleon 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. Job Duties Loading, unloading, and stacking goods to assigned places. Locating and moving products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment. Identifying damages and reporting shortages or quality deficiencies to the Warehouse Manager. 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. Ability to work safely, follow safety procedures, operate equipment safely, and to recognize and respond to unsafe working conditions. Ability to communicate effectively with the Supervisor and ability to take direction from the Supervisor. 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 75 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. Position requires lifting, maneuvering, and positioning cases of product, furniture, and other materials weighing up to pounds, both independently and with assistance. Employees regularly use dollies, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment to move heavy, bulky, or oversized items. Proper ergonomic techniques are always required, including team lifting when appropriate and the use of mechanical aids to reduce strain and prevent injury. Position involves frequent manual material handling and repetitive physical activity; adherence to ergonomic and safety training is required. May be required to wear appropriate PPE, including steel-toed shoes or boots, and other site-specific protective equipment as required by facility safety standards. 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. Misael Found Steady Work—and You Can Too "I like working at Staffmark because there are many assignments available and reasonable pay." -Misael, 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. A Forklift Operator safely operates powered industrial equipment to transport materials throughout warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. This role combines equipment operation, warehouse awareness, and attention to detail to support efficient inventory movement and daily operations. Successful Forklift Operator professionals understand safe forklift operation, inventory handling, warehouse organization, and material movement while maintaining productivity and workplace safety. Reliability and situational awareness are essential characteristics for long-term success. This profession is ideal for individuals who enjoy equipment operation, logistics, and active warehouse environments.
