Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. This role supports material handling, shipping/receiving, and inventory control, requiring attention to safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

You will operate sit-down, stand-up, or reach trucks as needed, lift up to 50 lbs, and stand for extended periods. Weekly pay and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of forklift experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong safety awareness.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, and/or reach truck).
• Material handling, loading/unloading, and general warehouse duties.
• Stack, stage, and transport product safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety-focused

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Dependable and team-oriented

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Now Hiring: Experienced Forklift Operators

We’re looking for skilled and safety-focused Forklift Operators to join our team! This position plays a key role in warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution operations—keeping product moving and organized with precision and care.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, and/or reach truck depending on warehouse configuration)
• Material handling, load and unload trucks, assist with general warehouse duties as needed
• Stack, stage, and transport product safely and efficiently
• Perform equipment checks and report any issues
• Shipping/receiving, RF scanning, order picking, inventory control

Requirements:

• 6+ months of recent forklift experience
• Detail-oriented
• Strong attention to safety and surroundings
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Dependable and team-oriented attitude

Why Work With Us?

• Weekly pay and consistent hours
• Clean, safe, and team-driven environments
• Opportunities for overtime and long-term placement
• Chance to grow within logistics and warehouse operations

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, life

Weekly pay

Referral bonus