Cold Storage Forklift Operator (Reach Truck)

Kelly Services; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Minnesota seeks an experienced Forklift Operator for a temp-to-hire role in a cold storage warehouse. The job involves operating stand up reach trucks, loading/unloading, and preparing orders while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Flexible shifts from first to second with pay between $20.50 and $22.00 per hour. Ideal candidates have 6+ months of reach truck experience, forklift/warehouse background, and ability to work in cold temperatures while lifting up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of stand up reach truck experience.
• Previous forklift or warehouse experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable attendance and a team first attitude.
• Ability to work in cold temperature environments.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Steel toe or composite toe shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand up reach trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, double pallet jacks, and RF scanners.
• Load and unload freight safely and accurately.
• Move products throughout the warehouse and store them properly.
• Build pallets and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Inspect freight for accuracy and damage.
• Label, sort, wrap, pack, and repack products as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with inventory counts and other warehouse duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stand up reach truck

RF scanners

Loading/unloading

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Double pallet jacks

Gaiters/coat/boots PPE knowledge

Job description

Kelly Services in Minnesota seeks an experienced Forklift Operator for a temp-to-hire role in a cold storage warehouse. The job involves operating stand up reach trucks, loading/unloading, and preparing orders while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Flexible shifts from first to second with pay between $20.50 and $22.00 per hour. Ideal candidates have 6+ months of reach truck experience, forklift/warehouse background, and ability to work in cold temperatures while lifting up to 80 pounds.