Forklift Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Forklift Operator in Bethlehem, PA to support daily warehouse operations using a stand-up forklift reach truck. The role offers consistent weekday hours, free onsite parking, and a path toward long-term employment for reliable, safety‑minded team players.

Responsibilities include picking, moving, and storing product while maintaining safety and accuracy. Candidates should have 1–2 years of forklift experience and can lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Qualifications

• Operate a stand-up forklift reach truck throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed and handle materials safely.
• Ensure safe, efficient movement of products with the team.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift reach truck to pick, move, and store product throughout the facility.
• Safely handle materials and support accurate product placement in designated storage areas.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures and maintain awareness of surroundings while operating equipment.
• Lift materials up to 50 lbs. as needed, with assistance available for heavier items.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse team members to support daily productivity goals.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record and contribute to a safe, organized work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Material handling

Job description

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator will support daily warehouse operations by picking, moving, and storing product using a stand-up forklift reach truck. This opportunity offers consistent weekday hours, free onsite parking, and a path toward long-term employment for candidates who demonstrate reliability, safe work habits, and a strong team-first attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift reach truck to pick, move, and store product throughout the facility.
• Safely handle materials and support accurate product placement in designated storage areas.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures and maintain awareness of surroundings while operating equipment.
• Lift materials up to 50 lbs. as needed, with assistance available for heavier items.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse team members to support daily productivity goals.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record and contribute to a safe, organized work environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour, W2.
• Job Type: Temp-to-Hire.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
• Location: Jaindl Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18017.
• Parking: Free onsite parking available.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Operate a stand-up forklift reach truck throughout the shift.
• Pick, move, and store product accurately and safely.
• Support warehouse material handling and inventory flow.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a productive team environment.
• 1 to 2 years of forklift or warehouse equipment operation experience preferred for this experience level.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.