Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Kennesaw, GA is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator with at least 3 years of recent forklift experience for a fast-paced warehouse. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, reliable, and comfortable working in a warehouse or distribution environment.

This role requires operating sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or cherry picker forklifts as applicable; duties include loading/unloading trucks, moving materials, stocking orders, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years longevity of forklift operating experience.
• Previous warehouse or distribution experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or cherry picker forklifts (as applicable).
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Stage, stock, and pull orders accurately.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reliability

Punctuality

Bilingual Spanish/English

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Stand-up forklift

Reach truck

Cherry picker

Job description

Monday - Friday 7:30AM to 4:30PM

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator with at least 3 years of recent forklift experience for one of our great Kennesaw clients. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment. Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Operate sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, or cherry picker forklifts (as applicable)
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Move materials throughout the warehouse
• Stage, stock, and pull orders accurately
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years longevity of forklift operating experience
• Previous warehouse or distribution experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus