Day-Shift Forklift Operator & Material Handler (Temp)

RightStone; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RightStone in Mentor, OH is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for a 1-month contract, offering $21.00 per hour on day shift (7:00 AM–4:00 PM).

You will operate forklifts and related equipment, load and unload materials, pick orders, and ensure accurate packing and shipping while maintaining a clean, safe warehouse.

This temporary engagement focuses on immediate operational support; benefits and PTO are not provided during the initial contract.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old, possess sound basic math abilities, and have strong written/verbal communication skills to read labels, order tickets, and documentation.
• Prior experience operating Reach Trucks or Order Pickers is helpful, along with comfort operating at heights up to 24 feet.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, carry, and slide packages weighing up to 75 lbs, with the stamina to stand and move throughout the warehouse in varying temperatures.
• Must supply your own steel-toe safety boots.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, reach trucks, walking riders, and hand trucks (order picker/cherry picker work includes working elevated up to 24 ft. In the air).
• Load, unload, and transfer materials safely across the work site to fill orders and process incoming/outgoing inventory.
• Accurately pack and ship orders by reading work orders, verifying material tickets, and securing items for safe transportation.
• Maintain warehouse organization by keeping work zones clean, organized, and compliant with facility safety standards.

Skills

Basic Math

Reading labels

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

Reach Trucks

Order Pickers

Pallet Jacks

Job description

RightStone in Mentor, OH is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for a 1-month contract, offering $21.00 per hour on day shift (7:00 AM–4:00 PM).

You will operate forklifts and related equipment, load and unload materials, pick orders, and ensure accurate packing and shipping while maintaining a clean, safe warehouse.

This temporary engagement focuses on immediate operational support; benefits and PTO are not provided during the initial contract.