Forklift Drivers

Complete Staffing LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Staffing LLC in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Forklift Driver to operate powered industrial trucks, load/unload materials, and move goods within warehouses and distribution centers. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient material handling to support production and shipping schedules.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and OSHA forklift certification; prior warehouse experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is generally required.
• Valid forklift operator training certificate compliant with OSHA standards.
• Previous experience in warehouses, manufacturing plants, or similar environments is advantageous.
• Knowledge of various machinery and tools necessary for warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and understand safety management and procedural documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts or other heavy machinery safely and efficiently to move and stack materials.
• Ensure materials are loaded and unloaded accurately from vehicles and storage areas.
• Inspect and perform maintenance on forklift equipment to ensure it is safe to use.
• Comply with company policies and health and safety standards.
• Track and document exact shipment arrival and departure times.
• Tag and label merchandise to ensure precise tracking and organization.
• Manage inventory by using RF scanning equipment to keep accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers to coordinate logistics and material movement.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High school diploma

OSHA forklift certificate

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

A Forklift Driver plays a critical role in the efficient management and operation within various industries, including manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution centers. Their primary responsibility is to operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities. This role is pivotal in maintaining the flow of goods in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that production lines are fed with the necessary materials and products are dispatched on time.

Hiring event 11/13/26 From 8:30 am to 12Pm

Please bring, safety vest, steel toed work boots, safety glasses and wear jeans for the interview.

451 Thomas Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70807

Pay Rate: 18.51 an hour

Work hours : 8am - 4:30 pm

Forklift Drivers are tasked with several key responsibilities that contribute to the smooth operation of any logistics or production facility. Their duties include:

• Operating forklifts or other heavy machinery safely and efficiently to move and stack materials.
• Ensuring materials are loaded and unloaded accurately from vehicles and storage areas.
• Inspecting and performing maintenance on forklift equipment to ensure it is safe to use.
• Complying with company policies and legal guidelines regarding health and safety standards.
• Tracking and documenting exact shipment arrival and departure times.
• Tagging and labeling merchandise to ensure precise tracking and organization.
• Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment to maintain accurate records.
• Communicating effectively with coworkers to coordinate logistics and movement of materials.

Education and Certification Requirements

To qualify for a position as a Forklift Driver, candidates typically need to meet certain educational and certification standards:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is generally required.
• Possession of a valid forklift operator training certificate, compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards.
• Previous experience working in warehouses, manufacturing plants, or similar environments can be advantageous.
• Knowledge of various types of machinery and tools necessary for warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and understand safety management and procedural documents.