Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Staffmark in Cleveland, TN seeks an experienced Forklift Operator to support shipping, receiving, warehousing, and material handling in a manufacturing setting. This role requires safely handling SCR catalyst materials, and maintaining inventory accuracy according to safety procedures.

The position offers a 3rd‑shift schedule (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) on a 2‑2‑3 rotating cycle, with hourly pay of $19.00–$20.00. Candidates should have at least 2 years of forklift experience and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely receive, inspect, unload, move, and stage SCR catalyst materials and components.
• Follow all safety policies and standard operating procedures for shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, cranes, and other authorized material‑handling equipment.
• Load and unload catalyst materials from trucks, containers, pallets, and production areas.
• Transport modules using a non‑CDL box truck between facilities and warehouse locations.
• Package, label, identify, and prepare materials for storage, processing, shipment, or disposal.
• Verify material quantities, documentation, labels, and identification numbers for accuracy.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and material movement documentation.
• Inspect and unload inbound materials, then place them in designated storage locations or deliver them to internal customers.
• Transport materials between plant locations and manufacturing departments as needed.
• Support warehouse organization, inventory accuracy, and continuous material flow throughout the facility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Basic math skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Forklift Operator – Direct Hire

Location: Cleveland, TN
Shift: 3rd Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Schedule: 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule
Pay: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support shipping, receiving, warehousing, and material handling operations in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for safely receiving, inspecting, unloading, transporting, staging, and tracking SCR catalyst materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and following all safety and operating procedures.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule with overtime as needed.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling processes.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, cranes, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Stable work history with demonstrated reliability and dependability.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as required by operational needs.

Job Duties

• Safely receive, inspect, unload, move, and stage SCR catalyst materials and components.
• Follow all safety policies and standard operating procedures for shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, cranes, and other authorized material‑handling equipment.
• Load and unload catalyst materials from trucks, containers, pallets, and production areas.
• Transport modules using a non‑CDL box truck between facilities and warehouse locations.
• Package, label, identify, and prepare materials for storage, processing, shipment, or disposal.
• Verify material quantities, documentation, labels, and identification numbers for accuracy.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and material movement documentation.
• Inspect and unload inbound materials, then place them in designated storage locations or deliver them to internal customers.
• Transport materials between plant locations and manufacturing departments as needed.
• Support warehouse organization, inventory accuracy, and continuous material flow throughout the facility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)