Fork Lift Operator

Manpower, Inc.; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly attendance bonus $500

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Fork Lift Operator to join a production and warehouse team in a fast-paced environment. The role involves operating a forklift safely, inspecting equipment, and keeping accurate inventory records using a WMS.

Shifts include 1st and 2nd with flexibility. A monthly attendance bonus of $500 is offered, along with comprehensive benefit options after probation, and opportunities to support critical production and inventory operations.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of forklift experience.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance to arrive as instructed.
• Basic math skills and ability to count accurately when moving inventory.
• Ability to read scales and maintain detailed, accurate work.
• Comfort working in tighter spaces while operating a forklift; strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and maintain inspections and safety procedures.
• Maintain and clean forklift to keep equipment in good condition.
• Track goods locations with WMS and ensure accurate data entry.
• Support warehouse operations with additional manual tasks (sampling, inventory, cleaning).
• Assist loading/unloading during seed delivery/return season with quality packages.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality/Attendance

Basic math

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Our client, an agricultural and warehouse operations organization is seeking a Fork Lift Operator to join their team. As a Fork Lift Operator, you will be part of the Production and Warehouse team supporting day-to-day material handling, inventory accuracy, and safe operations. The ideal candidate will have reliable attendance, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Fork Lift Operator

Shift: 1st and 2nd shift (with flexibility required)

What's the Job?

• Operate a forklift professionally and safely, maintaining accurate forklift inspections and following safety procedures.
• Perform systematic maintenance and cleaning of the forklift to keep equipment in reliable working condition.
• Track the location of goods during material handling using WMS and ensure accurate data entry.
• Support warehouse operations by performing additional manual tasks as directed (e.g., sampling, inventory, cleaning).
• During seed delivery and return season, help ensure proper loading and unloading of transport vehicles with quality packages that meet customer expectations.

What's Needed?

• At least 1 year of prior forklift experience.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance to arrive as instructed.
• Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately when moving inventory.
• Ability to read scales and maintain detailed, accurate work.
• Comfort working in tighter, confined spaces while operating a forklift, along with strong communication and teamwork.

What's in it for me?

• Monthly attendance bonus eligibility of $500.
• Safe, fast-paced warehouse environment with a team-focused culture.
• Opportunity to support critical production and inventory operations using WMS technology.
• Clear expectations around safety, equipment checks, and accurate material handling.
• Stable staffing needs with 4 confirmed openings (2 on 1st shift, 2 on 2nd shift).

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)