Fork Lift Operator - 20401-1

Westaff; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westaff in Essex Junction, VT is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 5:55 PM – 6:05 AM shift. Pay is $23.55 per hour. You will inspect, load, unload, and transport product throughout the warehouse to ensure safe and timely outbound shipments.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, operating forklifts, maintaining a clean and safe workspace, and collaborating with team members to meet safety standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be able to occasionally lift heavy items.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail during loading.
• Able to work well in a team and also independently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect product loads for accuracy and move materials safely.
• Load/unload materials from pallets, skids, and trucks, using forklifts.
• Operate forklifts and lifting devices to load, unload, stack and transport items.
• Position and secure loads for transport and ensure proper spacing and balance.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized and safe at all times.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Forklift Operator – Essex Junction, VT

Schedule: Monday–Wednesday & Alternating Thursdays | 5:55 PM – 6:05 AM | $23.55 p/hr

Position Overview

The Forklift Operator is responsible for accurately inspecting, loading, unloading, and transporting product throughout the warehouse. This role ensures safe movement of materials and supports timely, complete delivery of all outbound shipments.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect product loads for accuracy and safely move materials throughout the facility.
• Manually or mechanically load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, trucks, and other transport vehicles.
• Operate forklifts and lifting devices using levers and controls to load, unload, stack, and transport materials.
• Position lifting devices under, over, or around pallets, skids, or boxes and secure materials for transport.
• Move products to designated areas within the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualified Candidates Will:

• Be able to occasionally lift heavy items.
• Maintain strong accuracy and attention to detail while loading equipment.
• Work effectively in a team environment and handle independent tasks when needed.
• Take pride in their work and maintain high safety standards.