1st Shift Forklift Driver

Automation Personnel Services; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-termdis

Life insurance

40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of

6 paid Holidays after 1 year of

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator for our client in Irving, Texas. The role involves loading and unloading freight, staging products, and wrapping pallets, with a focus on safety and accuracy. You will operate a stand-up Crown forklift, handle shipping and receiving, and load/unload trucks.

Lifting up to 50 pounds and long periods of standing are required. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire position with a daytime schedule (Monday–Friday, 6:00 am–3:30 pm) and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Basic reading and math skills required
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight and wrap pallets
• Stage products for shipment and storage
• Operate a stand-up Crown forklift
• Assist with shipping and receiving and loading/unloading trucks

Skills

Physical stamina

Basic reading

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a dedicated Forklift Operator for a company based in the Irving, Texas. In this job, you will be responsible for performing an array of duties such as loading and unloading freight, staging products, and wrapping pallets. This requires a lot of heavy lifting.

Pay Rate

$17.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours

Monday to Friday 6am to 3:30pm

Forklift Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Using a stand up Crown forklift and Cherry cherry
• Shipping and Receiving
• Loading and Unloading trucks
• Use shrink wrapping machine to secure products on pallets.

Forklift Operator Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate (preferred)
• Basic reading and math skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift to 50 pounds.

Job Type

Full-time, Temp to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Office Location

Automation Personnel Services South Dallas Branch 4146 South Carrier Parkway Suite 614 Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Equal Opportunity Employer