Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Draexlmaier Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Career Insights for Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on South Carolina data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$43,100 / year median in South Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Draexlmaier Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Forklift
Duncan, South Carolina
Industrial Contract
Aug 31, 2026
Material Handler / Forklift Operator - Production
Location:
Duncan, SC
Department:
Production
Reports To:
Production Supervisor
Job Summary
$19-$21/hr
A shift: 6a-6p
B shift 6p-6a
Weekend shift differential
Overtime as needed
The Material Handler supports production and warehouse operations by safely moving, staging, and delivering parts, raw materials, and finished goods using Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT). This role is critical to maintaining material flow, meeting production timelines, and supporting quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Safely operate PIT equipment including sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and tuggers
Deliver raw materials and parts to production lines
Transport finished and packaged goods from production to the warehouse
Stage materials correctly with proper labeling
Read and verify labels for part numbers, quantities, and descriptions
Identify material shortages and communicate issues to supervisors or team leads
Receive, sort, and distribute materials as instructed
Ensure materials and finished goods are not damaged during transport
Route damaged materials through required quality inspections
Perform PIT inspections and follow all safety procedures
Maintain clean and organized work areas using 6S principles
Communicate material flow issues, safety concerns, or delays
Work collaboratively with team members
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Less than 1 year of manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
Forklift/PIT experience preferred (or ability to become certified)
Ability to read labels and follow written instructions
Basic communication skills in English
Physical Requirements
Standing, walking, sitting for extended periods
Lifting, bending, reaching, and operating PIT equipment
Working in and around heavy machinery
Vision required for safe equipment operation
Work Environment & Equipment
Manufacturing/production environment
Powered Industrial Trucks (forklifts, tuggers)
Radio communication devices
Exposure to moving machinery and materials
Benefits
- Dental Insurance