Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) Operator

Kelly Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly Services in Port Wentworth, GA is seeking an Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) Operator. Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, first shift, full-time.

Earn $17.50 per hour with a 40-hour workweek and weekends off. Responsibilities include operating an Electric Pallet Jack to stage, load, unload, and transfer materials, inspecting inbound shipments, using RF scanners to track inventory, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to OSHA safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an Electric Pallet Jack (rider or walkie) in a warehouse
• Ability to operate RF scanners and track inventory accurately
• Commitment to workplace safety and SOPs
• Punctual and reliable with the ability to work independently
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs for full shift

Responsibilities

• Operate Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) to stage, load, unload and transfer materials.
• Inspect inbound shipments for defects and report discrepancies.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and log locations.
• Maintain accurate shipping, receiving and inventory records.
• Follow OSHA and site safety guidelines at all times.
• Support cycle counts and warehouse organization as needed

Skills

EPJ operation

RF scanner use

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Dependability

Physical stamina

Education

No formal education required

Tools

EPJ (Electric Pallet Jack)

RF scanners

Job description

Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) Operator

Location: Port Wentworth, GA

Pay Rate: $17.50 / hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Consistent 1st Shift)

Job Type: Full-Time

Why You’ll Love This Role

Looking for steady hours and a predictable schedule? Join our logistics team in Port Wentworth as an Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) Operator. Enjoy a clean, safety-first warehouse environment, consistent 40-hour workweeks, and weekends off.

What You’ll Do

• Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate an Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) to stage, load, unload, and transfer materials throughout the facility.
• Inbound & Outbound Handling: Inspect incoming shipments for defects, count verification, and physical damage; report discrepancies immediately to leadership.
• RF Scanning & Tracking: Utilize RF scanners to track inventory movement, log bin locations, and maintain real-time inventory integrity.
• Record Keeping: Complete and maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation.
• Warehouse Standards: Maintain high productivity and accuracy metrics while strictly following all OSHA and facility safety guidelines.
• Team Collaboration: Assist with cycle counts, discrepancy resolution, and general warehouse organization as assigned.

What You Bring

• Experience: Prior experience operating an Electric Pallet Jack (rider or walkie) and using handheld RF scanners in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Safety First: Strong commitment to workplace safety, equipment inspections, and company standard operating procedures.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot inventory discrepancies, match SKU numbers, and accurately update documentation.
• Dependability: Punctual, reliable, and capable of working independently as well as part of a fast-paced team.
• Physical Ability: Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout an 8-hour shift.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center