Forklift Driver REQ07312026 1st Shift Mon Fri 8am Until Finished 1600 1800

Abacus Corporation; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

Monthly swag raffle

Job summary

Abacus Corporation in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift & Warehouse Specialist for 1st shift. This role combines equipment operation with manual labor to support our medical supplies distribution.

You will operate Cherry Picker or Sit-Down Forklift, perform heavy lifting, palletize, and ensure accurate inventory for outbound shipments. A strong work ethic and reliable attendance are essential for this fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform heavy lifting and manual labor throughout shift.
• Reliable attendance for 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM schedule.
• In-person interview process (~15 minutes) at 11:00 AM.
• Must pass professional screening and verification before interview.

Responsibilities

• Operate Cherry Picker (Order Picker) and/or Sit-Down Forklift.
• Load and unload trucks; stack heavy items safely.
• Manual palletizing to ensure proper stacking of items.
• Accurately pick and scan medical products for outbound shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Manual labor

Inventory accuracy

Tools

Cherry Picker (Order Picker)

Sit-Down Forklift

Job description

Forklift & Warehouse Specialist – 1st Shift

Location: La Vergne, TN

Agency: Abacus Corporation – Smyrna Branch

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Abacus Corporation is a family-owned staffing leader with 80+ years of experience, providing modern workforce solutions nationwide. With a supportive culture and over 25,000employees, we offer long‑term jobs, competitive pay, benefits, and real growth opportunities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Abacus is looking for high-energy, reliable individuals for a supply distribution center. This is a Bilingual-Friendly environment with NO language barrier. We are seeking operators who are comfortable with a mix of equipment operation and manual labor.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Must be proficient in operating a Cherry Picker (Order Picker) and/or a Sit-Down Forklift.
• Heavy Lifting: This is a physical role. You will be handling large, heavy medical supplies and equipment.
• Manual Palletizing: You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, ensuring heavy items are stacked safely on the bottom and lighter items on top.
• Inventory Accuracy: Precise picking and scanning of medical products for outbound shipments.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual labor throughout the shift.
• Strict Attendance: This facility has a zero‑tolerance approach to unreliability. We need "serious candidates" who are committed to the 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM schedule.
• The Interview Process: This client requires an in‑person interview (approx. 15 minutes) typically held at 11:00 AM.
• Vetting: Candidates must be fully cleared through our professional screening and verification process before an interview can be scheduled.

SITE RULES & BENEFITS

• Safety First: Handling heavy medical supplies requires strict adherence to safety protocols and smart stacking techniques.
• Weekly Pay: Get paid every Friday!
• $50 Referral Bonus: (Paid after referred person completes 200 hours).
• Monthly Swag Raffle: Leave a Google Review for a chance to win!