Forklift Driver

Spherion; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is recruiting a forklift operator for a Tallassee, AL warehouse. You will safely operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift, load and unload freight, and use RF scanners and a WMS to track movements and ensure accuracy.

The role requires 6–12 months of verifiable forklift experience, OSHA forklift certification, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and reliability in attendance. HS Diploma plus willingness to pass background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift operation experience and certification.
• Ability to operate RF scanners and basic WMS software.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a team under deadlines.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen as required by client.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down counterbalance forklift to move palletized materials and goods.
• Load and unload freight from trucks and shipping containers efficiently.
• Use RF scanners and WMS to track movement and maintain stock accuracy.
• Retrieve products from racks and stage them for shipping or lines.
• Perform daily pre-shift safety inspections and report issues.
• Assist with manual tasks and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Forklift operation

OSHA forklift certification

Physical stamina

Background check compliance

Basic digital literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

RF scanners

WMS (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Located in Tallassee, AL-Versatility: Experience with additional equipment such as stand-up reach trucks, cherry pickers, or electric pallet jacks. Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in a 3PL (third-party logistics), automotive manufacturing, or aerospace warehouse environment. WMS Proficiency: Familiarity with inventory software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or specialized WMS platforms). Soft Skills: Strong spatial awareness, a record of excellent attendance, and the ability to work well within a team under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift to transport palletized materials, steel crates, or bulk goods.
• Loading & Unloading: Efficiently load and unload outbound and inbound freight from trucks and shipping containers.
• Inventory Management: Utilize RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track movement, perform cycle counts, and ensure stock accuracy.
• Staging & Put-away: Retrieve products from racking systems and stage them in designated areas for shipping or assembly lines.
• Safety Inspections: Conduct daily pre-shift equipment inspections (checking fluids, brakes, and hydraulics) and report any mechanical issues immediately.
• Warehouse Support: Assist with manual labor tasks such as shrink-wrapping pallets, hand-stacking boxes, and maintaining a clean, debris-free workspace

Working hours: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills:

• Experience: Minimum of 6-12 months of verifiable experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Certification: Must possess or be able to obtain an OSHA-compliant forklift operator certification (Spherion often provides or facilitates this training).
• Physical Ability: Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit or stand for extended periods (often 8-12 hour shifts).
• Compliance: Ability to pass a background check and drug screen per client requirements.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read manifests, follow written instructions, and use basic digital scanning equipment.

Education: High School

Experience: 1-4 years

Qualifications:

• Versatility: Experience with additional equipment such as stand-up reach trucks, cherry pickers, or electric pallet jacks.
• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in a 3PL (third-party logistics), automotive manufacturing, or aerospace warehouse environment.
• WMS Proficiency: Familiarity with inventory software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or specialized WMS platforms).
• Soft Skills: Strong spatial awareness, a record of excellent attendance, and the ability to work well within a team under tight deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan