Day-Shift Forklift Operator — Safe Material Handling

Reading Rock Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Rock Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials safely in a busy manufacturing warehouse.

You will operate forklifts, hoists, and scanners, load and unload goods, and help with packing and product handling while maintaining a clean, organized workspace. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, basic English communication, and the ability to work well in a team within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Basic ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred but not required. All employees will receive appropriate training.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, transport, and stack materials.
• Inspect product loads for accuracy and safely transport materials throughout the warehouse, production area, or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, lifting devices, and transportation vehicles.
• Position lifting equipment under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, and other materials and properly secure products for transportation to designated areas.
• Perform daily inspections of forklift equipment and report any safety concerns, damage, or maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Mechanically load and unload materials using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Operate scanner devices to accurately track, receive, move, and ship products.
• Assist with packaging and handling of finished products as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and work areas.
• Perform general yard and housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and operating standards.

Skills

Basic English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reading Rock Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials safely in a busy manufacturing warehouse.

You will operate forklifts, hoists, and scanners, load and unload goods, and help with packing and product handling while maintaining a clean, organized workspace. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, basic English communication, and the ability to work well in a team within a fast-paced environment.