Forklift Operator

Advatix LATAM; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HRforGrowth is assisting a client in Belleville, MI in recruiting a Forklift Operator. The role focuses on safe operation of forklift equipment, accurate material handling, loading/unloading, and maintaining inventory accuracy in a warehouse setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma or GED, possess forklift certification (or be able to obtain within 30 days), and demonstrate strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Experience operating forklift or similar powered equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and labels.
• Strong teamwork and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and other power-operated equipment for safe material handling.
• Move, locate, and store materials accurately.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks and packing items for shipment.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory using WMS.
• Keep work area clean and organized; follow ISO safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Certification

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

HRforGrowth® is engaged as the talent acquisition partner to conduct this search on behalf of a client organization that is hiring for this role. HRforGrowth is not the employer for this position. HRforGrowth identifies, evaluates, and presents top-tier candidates through its global talent acquisition practice; all employment decisions — including final selection, offer terms, compensation, and conditions of employment — are made solely by the hiring organization.

Role Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate moving, locating, and storing of materials, utilizing a forklift or other power-operated equipment.

Key Results Area

• Safe and efficient operation of all power-operated equipment that requires certification
• Safe and efficient movement of the product, including loading and unloading of trucks
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift
• Label and prepare items for shipment
• Work with inventory control on correct product placement
• Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation
• Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items
• Ensure all items not required in the short term are restocked according to established procedures
• Update the Warehouse Management System (WMS) with the transactions completed
• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery changing procedures
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries
• Aid in cycle counting and periodic inventories
• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, and work instructions (ISO standards where applicable)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required
• Forklift experience required
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required
• Basic math and reading skills
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team-lift environment
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights

Equal Employment Opportunity

In its recruiting and search practices, HRforGrowth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HRforGrowth evaluates and presents candidates to its clients without regard to any protected characteristic.

HRforGrowth endeavors to advise the hiring organization to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws — including those enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) — in its hiring decisions, terms of employment, and workplace practices.