Forklift

Custom Staffing Inc; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits available

Job summary

Custom Staffing is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire an experienced Forklift Driver in Marion, OH. The role blends forklift operation with assembly, installation and routine maintenance in a hands-on environment.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. with overtime as needed; pay is $21 per hour. Temp-to-hire with weekly pay and benefits available. Strong mechanical aptitude and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional forklift operating experience.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience with mechanical maintenance and equipment assembly.
• Ability to read basic drawings and assembly instructions.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, move and position materials and heavy equipment.
• Organize incoming and outgoing materials and stage items for assembly and production.
• Inspect forklifts and material-handling equipment and perform basic maintenance.
• Assist with mechanical assembly, installation, modification and repair of equipment and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues using common hand and power tools.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized and safe; report issues to leadership.
• Support other operational and maintenance tasks as directed by the Plant Manager.

Skills

Forklift ops

Driver's license

Mechanical skills

Industrial maintenance

Reading drawings

Tool use

Safety awareness

Job description

Forklift Driver

Temp-to-Hire Opportunity | Marion, OH

Custom Staffing is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire an experienced Forklift Driver. This hands-on role combines forklift operation with equipment assembly, mechanical repairs, installation, and general facility maintenance.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; overtime and weekends as needed
• Breaks: One 30-minute paid break and one 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Pay: $21/hour
• Employment Type: Temp to hire
• Benefits: Weekly pay; benefits available

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, move, and position materials and heavy equipment.
• Organize incoming and outgoing materials and stage items for assembly and production.
• Inspect forklifts and material-handling equipment and perform basic maintenance.
• Support mechanical assembly, installation, modification, and repair of equipment, racks, structures, workstations, and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues using common hand and power tools.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe; report damage, maintenance concerns, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Assist with other operational and maintenance tasks assigned by the Plant Manager.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of professional forklift operating experience
• Valid Drivers License
• Experience handling large, heavy, or industrial equipment
• Strong mechanical and technical skills
• Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical or equipment assembly, machine building, industrial equipment installation, or general fabrication and repair
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools
• Ability to read basic drawings, dimensions, and assembly instructions
• Ability to identify and resolve basic mechanical and maintenance issues independently
• Strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and ability to work in a physical industrial environment

Preferred Experience:

• Industrial warehouse, manufacturing, or assembly facility experience
• Basic electrical, plumbing, or facility maintenance knowledge
• Rigging, lifting, and positioning large equipment
• Preventive maintenance