Forklift Operator

Staffmark Group; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 26,863 - 28,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan option

Weekly pay

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Bethlehem, PA, is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely operate stand-up forklifts and perform necessary safety inspections. The ideal candidate will have at least a year of experience operating forklifts and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Additional responsibilities include loading and unloading materials from trucks and maintaining organization and structure in the workplace. Medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan, are included in the benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of stand-up forklift experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and maintain steadiness.
• Safety-first mentality and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up forklifts and perform basic operations.
• Conduct daily safety inspections before operation.
• Load and unload materials from trucks.
• Comply with safety standards and keep the work area organized.
• Assist in warehouse roles during non-forklift operation.

Skills

Stand-up forklift experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Detail-focused and reliable

Flexible in duties

Job description

Forklift Operator

Location: Bethlehem, PA

Pay Rate: $19.50 - $20.50 per hour

Schedule:

Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Until July 5) – $19.50/hr

Sunday – Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM ($19.50/hr) OR Thursday – Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM ($20.50/hr) After July 5

Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We've Got Work.

We are now hiring forklift operators and looking for drivers who know how to rule the floor.

Benefits

• Solid weekly cash. No chasing or waiting.
• Insurance covering medical, dental, vision, and life.
• Respect – your work is appreciated.
• Long‑term planning with an optional 401(k) plan.

Requirements

• 1 year of stand‑up forklift experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and remain steady during the shift.
• Safety‑first, detail‑focused, and reliable.
• Flexible to assist outside of forklift duties.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand‑up forklifts, performing basic operations such as driving forward and backward, lifting and lowering the boom, and maneuvering in tight areas without damaging products.
• Perform a safety inspection each day before driving the forklift.
• Load and unload materials from trucks.
• Perform all safety and housekeeping activities, including pre‑trip and post‑trip checks.
• Comply with all safety standards and requirements.
• Review daily documentation for accuracy and keep the work area neat and clutter free.
• Pull down what needs to be picked.
• Put away what is pulled down to pick with.
• Act in a warehouse associate role when forklift operation is not needed, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping roles.
• Sort pallets.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E‑Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors.