Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits

Life and disability insurance

Optional 401(k) plan

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark in Buena Park is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure efficient warehouse operations. In this role, you will safely operate forklifts, load and unload materials, and maintain inventory accuracy amidst a busy environment.

We offer competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, including insurance and a 401(k) plan. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, demonstrate safety practices, and contribute to warehouse efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of both sit down and stand-up forklift experience.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials.
• Inspect equipment before use and replenish inventory locations.
• Support shipping and receiving activities and maintain inventory accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Warehouse safety procedures

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Buena Park, CA
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st Shift | 4 AM – 12:30 PM

No Hustle. No Product Out the Door.
You're not just driving forklifts — you’re driving success.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Buena Park where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Load and unload
• Safely operate equipment
• Palletize

Experience Requirements

• Must have 2 years of both sit down and stand-up forklift experience.
• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

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What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Forklift Operator plays an important role in warehouse and manufacturing operations by operating forklifts to support inventory movement and material handling. This position requires strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and safe operating practices.

Successful Forklift Operator candidates understand warehouse workflows, equipment inspections, inventory procedures, and safe material handling while supporting productive daily operations. Consistent performance contributes directly to warehouse efficiency.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy technical equipment operation.