Forklift Operator

TransPak Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,571 - 36,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Job summary

TransPak Inc. in Kent, WA is seeking a Forklift Operator to support warehouse operations at our new facility. You will stock, move materials, load/unload trucks, and maintain organized storage while preparing materials for production or shipping.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficiency, with on-site training and coaching to improve performance. Eligible applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certifications, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and a focus on

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification as required by site.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and deadline-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or forklift.
• Load and unload truck trailers and other vehicles.
• Follow standard operating procedures to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with colleagues to complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify and report equipment defects or maintenance needs.

Skills

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Div 137 - 8226 S 208th St g101, Kent, WA 98032, 8226 S 208th St g101, Kent, Washington, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Who We Are

Originally founded in Silicon Valley in 1952, we are humbled by the long-term relationships earned through the packaging solutions we offer, including design, engineering, testing, manufacturing, and fulfillment of custom and stock packaging

Your Role

Compensation: $ 22.50/hr.

Benefits :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• and Holiday Pay

As a Forklift Operator with us, you’ll be working as part of the TransPak and Tesla team as we partner to maintain warehouse operations, including stocking, moving materials or stock, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining an organized warehouse and its storage system at our new facility. You’ll prepare materials for production use or shipping/receiving, operate a Forklift and perform other duties as needed. Coaching and regular feedback will be provided for continuous improvement

What You’ll Be Doing

• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material or equipment needs
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or other equipment
• Loading and unloading of truck trailers and other vehicles
• Efficiently perform work according to standard operating procedures
• Collaborate with colleagues to accomplish tasks safely in a fast-paced production environment
• Address and report all equipment defects or maintenance needs to maintain safe and efficient use. Follow all procedures, policies and know the equipment before using it
• Speak up when observing something that may be unsafe or someone performing unsafe acts
• May perform special continuous improvement projects as needed

What We’d Like to See from You

Highly Desired

• High School diploma or GED
• Forklift experience and able to maintain certifications on equipment such as forklift certification or pallet jack training, as required by site
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to build a high performing team
• Demonstrated attention to detail, deadline-driven, continuous improvement behaviors
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Safe and Efficient Facility Team Member

Preferred

• High School diploma or GED
• One (1) year inventory management experience
• Previous warehouse or material handling experience
• Demonstrated attention to detail, deadline-driven, continuous improvement behaviors
• Role model TransPak culture and operating procedures

Div 137 - 8226 S 208th St g101, Kent, WA 98032, 8226 S 208th St g101, Kent, Washington, United States of America