Forklift Driver

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator for our Shepherdsville, KY distribution center. You will move inventory using sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and cherry pickers, unload and load trailers, and pick orders for e-commerce and retail clients according to WMS directives.

The role requires 1–4 years of experience, a High School diploma, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work the 5:00 PM–1:30 AM shift.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Sit-Down Forklifts, Stand-Up Reach Trucks and Cherry Pickers.
• Able to work at heights up to 30+ feet with fall protection.
• RF handheld scanners or tablet-based systems experience for inventory and picking.

Responsibilities

• Inbound & Outbound Dock Operations: unload trailers using a Sit-Down forklift and stage materials.
• High-Bay Put-Aways & Replenishment: place full pallets into high-rack storage and replenish picking bays.
• High-Level Order Picking: hand-pick cases or items from high elevations with a Cherry Picker.
• Pre-Shift Safety Inspections: conduct daily equipment inspections and document results.
• Inventory & Quality Control: verify part numbers, lot codes, and quantities against the scanner.
• Housekeeping & Safety Advocacy: maintain a clean, organized work area and flag hazards.

Skills

Equipment proficiency

Fall-protection

RF scanner literacy

Warehouse math

Stamina

Education

High School

Tools

Sit-Down Forklift

Stand-Up Reach Truck

Cherry Picker

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled, safety-conscious, and versatile Equipment Operator to join our fast-paced 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) distribution center in Shepherdsville, KY. In this role, you will be the backbone of our inventory movement, responsible for operating three primary pieces of machinery: Sit-Down Forklifts, Stand-Up Reach Trucks, and Cherry Pickers (Order Pickers). Because we manage supply chains for a diverse portfolio of clients, the ideal candidate must easily transition between unloading trailers on the dock, navigating narrow aisles to put away stock, and safely picking individual orders at high elevations.

Responsibilities

• Inbound & Outbound Dock Operations: Safely unload incoming trailers using a Sit-Down forklift, stage materials, and load outbound freight according to weight distribution guidelines.
• High-Bay Put-Aways & Replenishment: Navigate narrow aisles with a Stand-Up Reach truck to accurately place full pallets into high-rack storage or lower them to replenish active picking bays.
• High-Level Order Picking: Elevate safely on a Cherry Picker to hand-pick individual cases or pieces to fulfill e-commerce and retail client orders based on WMS directives.
• Pre-Shift Safety Inspections: Conduct and document mandated daily equipment inspections (checking brakes, hydraulics, batteries, and safety guards) before operation.
• Inventory & Quality Control: Maintain a high level of accuracy (99%+) by verifying part numbers, lot codes, and quantities against the scanner before moving product.
• Housekeeping & Safety Advocacy: Maintain a clean, organized work area; report any damaged racking or safety hazards immediately to leadership.

Working hours: 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM

Skills

See required

Education

High School

Experience

1-4 years

Qualifications

• Equipment Proficiency: Proven, hands-on experience operating all three primary lifts: Sit-Down (gas/electric), Stand-Up Reach Truck, and Cherry Picker/Order Picker.
• Fall-Protection Compliance: Ability and willingness to work at heights up to 30+ feet while properly wearing a safety harness and lanyard.
• RF Scanner Literacy: Experience utilizing RF handheld scanners or tablet-mounted computers for real-time inventory tracking, order picking, and put-aways.
• Basic Math & Literacy: Strong ability to read, write, and speak English; capability to perform basic warehouse math (counting cases, calculating pallet configurations, verifying SKU numbers).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly, stand for long periods, and comfortably mount/dismount equipment throughout an 8- to 12-hour shift.

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.

In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).