Forklift Operator

ManpowerGroup; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Safe team environment

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Newton, NC is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. You will safely operate forklifts, move materials, and support production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We offer competitive pay of $17.00–$18.00 per hour, weekly pay, plenty of overtime opportunities, a safe team-oriented workplace, and opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of recent forklift experience required.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move materials throughout the facility.
• Load, unload, stage, and transport products as needed.
• Support production and warehouse operations efficiently.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and safety checks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work as part of a team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety focus

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Available!

Ready to put your forklift skills to work with a company that values safety, teamwork, and hard work? We're hiring experienced Forklift Operators for a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Newton, NC. Whether you're an early bird, a night owl, or somewhere in between, we've got a shift that fits your schedule!

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Location: Newton, NC

Overtime Available

Choose Your Shift:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Safely operate forklifts to move materials throughout the facility
• Load, unload, stage, and transport products as needed
• Support production and warehouse operations efficiently
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and safety checks
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Work as part of a team to keep operations running smoothly

What We're Looking For:

• At least 2 years of recent forklift experience required and must have a high school diploma or GED
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay starting at $17-$18/hour
• Plenty of overtime opportunities to boost your paycheck
• Weekly pay
• Safe, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow your skills and advance your career

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.