Dynamic Forklift Operator — Shipping & Receiving

Backyard Products; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short- & Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Backyard Products in Monroe, MI is seeking skilled Forklift Operators for our Shipping & Receiving team. You’ll safely move materials, support shipments, and ensure on-time delivery while keeping the production lines ready.

This is a high-energy, hands-on role that rewards reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to work both independently and with a team. Forklift training can be provided, and steel-toe footwear is required.

Qualifications

• Reliable – strong attendance and dependability are essential.
• Safety – minded with strong awareness of surroundings.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Able to work independently while supporting team goals.
• Experienced operating forklifts or willing to train and get certified.
• Detail – oriented when checking shipments and inventory.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform repetitive movement.
• Equipped with steel / composite toe footwear (required).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, move, and stage materials.
• Receive inbound shipments and verify quantities and product accuracy.
• Prepare and stage outbound orders for shipping.
• Supply production areas with materials as needed.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and complete required documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow safety procedures and support a culture of accountability.
• Assist with manual material handling and lifting (up to 50 lbs).

Skills

Reliable attendance

Safety-minded

Fast-paced warehouse

Independent worker

Forklift training available

Detail-oriented

Lift 50 lbs

Steel-toe footwear

Job description

Backyard Products in Monroe, MI is seeking skilled Forklift Operators for our Shipping & Receiving team. You’ll safely move materials, support shipments, and ensure on-time delivery while keeping the production lines ready.

This is a high-energy, hands-on role that rewards reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to work both independently and with a team. Forklift training can be provided, and steel-toe footwear is required.