Forklift Operator

Kelly Services; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Warehouse Associate / Forklift Driver for our client in Fullerton, CA. You will support daily warehouse operations including order fulfillment, forklift operation, shipping and receiving, and inventory control.

This temp-to-hire role offers a Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–2:30 PM schedule and $22.00 per hour. Overtime may be required, with potential for permanent hire and growth within a stable company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years of warehouse experience, including:
• Order picking and pulling
• Shipping and receiving
• Forklift operation
• Loading and unloading
• Customer service

Responsibilities

• Pick, pull, pack, stack, and stage products weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Safely operate a sit-down propane forklift on a daily basis.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and properly organize incoming shipments.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate warehouse storage and records.
• Conduct routine forklift and equipment inspections and perform light maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused warehouse environment.
• Load fertilizer and chemical products for customer deliveries.
• Assist customers with will-call order pickups and provide professional customer service.
• Complete warehouse documentation, shipping paperwork, and inventory records accurately.
• Participate in required training and assist with special projects or cross-functional support as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picking

Shipping and receiving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Warehouse Associate / Forklift Driver

Location: Fullerton, CA

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; must be flexible to work overtime as needed

Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

About the Position

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Warehouse Associate / Forklift Driver to join our premier client's team in Fullerton. Reporting to the Location Manager, you will play an important role in daily warehouse operations, including order fulfillment, forklift operation, shipping and receiving, inventory control, and maintaining a safe and organized facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build a long-term career with a stable, growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pull, pack, stack, and stage products weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Safely operate a sit-down propane forklift on a daily basis.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and properly organize incoming shipments.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate warehouse storage and records.
• Conduct routine forklift and equipment inspections and perform light maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused warehouse environment.
• Load fertilizer and chemical products for customer deliveries.
• Assist customers with will-call order pickups and provide professional customer service.
• Complete warehouse documentation, shipping paperwork, and inventory records accurately.
• Participate in required training and assist with special projects or cross-functional support as needed.
• Upon permanent hire, have the opportunity to assist with customer deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years of warehouse experience, including:
• Order picking and pulling
• Shipping and receiving
• Forklift operation
• Loading and unloading
• Customer service
• Valid driver's license required.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with warehouse documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and willing to learn.
• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Strong work ethic and desire to grow and advance within the company.

If you're an experienced warehouse professional with forklift skills who is looking for a stable opportunity and room to grow, we want to hear from you!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Term life
• Whole life
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness
• A legal plan
• Short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Service bonus
• Holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• Transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

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About Kelly

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