Certified Stand-Up Forklift Operator — Safe, Efficient

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Holidays

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas seeks a dependable Stand-up forklift operator to safely drive the stand-up forklift and perform warehouse and material handling duties. You will support inventory, loading/unloading, and maintain accurate handling of materials on the floor.

Key requirements include a valid active stand-up forklift certification, ability to read safety manuals, and a reliable work history. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits as part of a manufacturing/warehouse team.

Qualifications

• Active stand-up forklift certification required.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and procedures.
• Basic math skills for counting and inventory tracking.
• Education/Experience: 1-year certificate or 3-6 months experience or 2-year degree with related experience.
• Physical ability to perform duties including lifting and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklift and control lifting apparatus.
• Move pallets and loads to designated areas; stack materials.
• Maintain organized materials by size and grade.
• Inventory materials and supply workers as needed.
• Inspect materials for damage and report shortages.
• Load or unload materials on pallets or lifting devices.
• Perform routine forklift maintenance and battery recharging.
• Support additional warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Stand-up forklift operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Attention to detail

Reading safety manuals

Education

1-year certificate from a college or technical school

Three to six months of related experience

Two-year technical degree or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience in a related field

Tools

Measuring devices (ruler/calipers)

Stock management software

Job description

Kloeckner Metals - Americas seeks a dependable Stand-up forklift operator to safely drive the stand-up forklift and perform warehouse and material handling duties. You will support inventory, loading/unloading, and maintain accurate handling of materials on the floor.

Key requirements include a valid active stand-up forklift certification, ability to read safety manuals, and a reliable work history. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits as part of a manufacturing/warehouse team.