Clamp Forklift Operator I - Day/Night Shifts, Temp-to-Hire

Mykelly; Port Wentworth (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Sit-Down Clamp Forklift Operator I for a large 3PL facility in Port Wentworth, GA 31407. The role requires operating sit-down clamp forklifts, locating and counting merchandise, and supporting order picking as needed.

Daily duties include unloading shipments, staging and preparing products for shipment, and maintaining inventory accuracy using RF scanners. Overtime is required; both 1st and 2nd shifts may be available. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating a sit-down clamp forklift required.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts, clamp trucks, and push-pull equipment to move and store merchandise.
• Safely unload inbound shipments and transport products to designated storage areas.
• Pick, stage, and prepare products accurately for shipment.
• Verify correct quantity and product type before shipping.
• Perform order picking while meeting productivity and quality standards.
• Move products from staging areas into trailers.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Assist with physical and cycle counts as needed.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies.
• Complete equipment inspection forms prior to use.
• Use RF scanners to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Report safety concerns to management promptly.
• Utilize basic computer systems, including Microsoft Excel.

Skills

Sit-down forklift experience

Basic computer skills (Excel)

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Safety procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kelly Services is hiring a Sit-Down Clamp Forklift Operator I for a large 3PL facility in Port Wentworth, GA 31407. The role requires operating sit-down clamp forklifts, locating and counting merchandise, and supporting order picking as needed.

Daily duties include unloading shipments, staging and preparing products for shipment, and maintaining inventory accuracy using RF scanners. Overtime is required; both 1st and 2nd shifts may be available. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity.