Forklift Driver

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals LAX/Hawthorne is seeking a Forklift Driver for its freight forwarding client in Hawthorne, CA. This role requires safe operation of stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts and handling of HVAC parts and supplies.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, with schedule variations. The position offers $21 per hour and opportunities to contribute to warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, loading/unloading, and timely order fulfillment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (1+ years) operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Current forklift certification is highly preferred.
• Prior experience in warehouse, distribution, or HVAC parts environment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Strong physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up and/or sit-down forklift safely and efficiently to move, stack, load, and unload materials.
• Perform daily pre-operation safety checks on the forklift and report maintenance issues.
• Transport materials to and from designated areas including docks, racks, and shipping areas.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts related to material movement.
• Keep a clean, safe, and organized work area and follow OSHA safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety checks

Inventory control

Loading/unloading

Basic computer skills

Job description

Express Employment Professionals LAX/Hawthorne is seeking a Forklift Driver for its freight forwarding client in Hawthorne.

Hours: Monday-Friday: Varies

Pay: $21/Hr

Forklift Operation & Material Handling

• Safely and efficiently operate a stand-up and/or sit-down forklift to move, stack, load, and unload materials, including large equipment and boxed parts.

• Perform daily pre-operation safety checks on the forklift and report any maintenance issues immediately.

• Transport materials to and from designated areas, including receiving docks, storage racks, and shipping areas.

• Ensure all inventory is stacked and stored according to safety guidelines and warehouse organization protocols.

• Maintain accurate inventory counts related to material movement.

Warehouse Operations & Inventory

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming air conditioning parts and supplies, checking for damage and discrepancies against purchase orders.

• Pick and stage outgoing orders accurately and promptly to meet tight shipping deadlines.

• Assist with loading and unloading delivery trucks manually and with material handling equipment.

• Conduct routine cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain accuracy of stock.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including sweeping, dusting, and organizing racks and aisles.

• Follow all company and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

Client Service & General Duties

• Assist customers and delivery drivers with loading and unloading materials when necessary.

• Package and label parts appropriately for shipment.

• Perform other general warehouse duties as assigned by the Warehouse Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience (1+ years) operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution setting. Current forklift certification is highly preferred.

• Prior experience working in a warehouse, distribution, or parts environment (HVAC parts experience is a plus).

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Strong physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

• Basic computer skills for inventory logging and shipping software.

We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Hiring Ordinance.