Forklift Operator

QPS Employment Group; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Forklift Operator for a Cedar Falls, IA location. The role offers 1st or 2nd shift with a wage of $16.00 per hour and potential to hire after the probationary period.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and pallet jacks, using handheld scanners, organizing stock, verifying shipments, and maintaining a safe warehouse environment. On-the-job training and safety procedures are provided.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of sit-down forklift operation experience.
• Proficiency in inventory software, databases, and handheld scanners.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent attendance and reliability; safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move products throughout the warehouse.
• Use handheld scanners to receive, track, and distribute supplies.
• Organize stock by storing goods in designated locations.
• Verify incoming shipments meet quality standards.
• Report missing, damaged, or incorrect inventory to management.
• Load outgoing shipments according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Reliability

Education

Forklift certification/training

Tools

Inventory software

Handheld scanners

Warehouse inventory systems

Job description

Position Title: Forklift Operator Wage: $16.00/hour Shift: 1st, 2nd Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm QPS Employment Group is hiring a Forklift Operator for a company in Cedar Falls, IA. This is a potential to hire opportunity on 1st or 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely to move products and materials throughout the warehouse
• Utilize handheld scanners to receive, track, and distribute supplies accurately
• Organize stock and merchandise by properly storing goods in designated locations
• Verify accuracy of incoming shipments and ensure all goods meet quality standards
• Report any missing, damaged, or incorrect inventory to management immediately
• Load outgoing shipments according to company standards to ensure products arrive in excellent condition
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment

Requirements

• 1-2+ years of sit-down forklift operation experience required
• Proficiency in inventory software, databases, and handheld scanners
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards
• Excellent attendance and reliability required
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently (approximately 50% of shift)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
• Ability to operate a forklift safely after completing onsite training
• Equipment used: forklift, pallet jack, handheld scanners, warehouse inventory systems
• Overtime may be required based on business needs and shipment schedules
• Safety glasses provided by the company; steel-toe boots required (employee must supply)
• On-the-job training provided, including forklift certification and safety procedures

IND099

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.