2nd-Shift Forklift Operator - Safe, Fast-Paced Warehouse

ManpowerGroup; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Forklift Operator in Portage, IN. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

You will operate forklifts and clamp trucks, load/unload, stage stock, and maintain inventory records. The role requires a forklift certificate within 30 days and the ability to work 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 4p–12a). Pay is $20.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate or completion of forklift training within the first 30 days.
• Ability to spend 80% of time operating powered material handling equipment.
• Basic familiarity with warehousing processes and expectations.
• Good written and verbal communication; ability to read and follow directions.
• Commitment to safety and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count product.
• Load, unload, move stock, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment (80% of the specified shift).
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of product are loaded.
• Check inbound and outbound products for damage and infestation; record product code dates and confirm customer requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Warehouse processes

Communication skills

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Forklift Operator in Portage, IN. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

You will operate forklifts and clamp trucks, load/unload, stage stock, and maintain inventory records. The role requires a forklift certificate within 30 days and the ability to work 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 4p–12a). Pay is $20.55 per hour.