Forklift Operator

Staffmark Group; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision

Life & disability insurance

401(k) plan

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark Group is hiring a Forklift Operator in Knoxville, TN to support warehouse operations. You will operate forklifts safely, load/unload palletized materials, and assist with inventory movement while maintaining safety standards.

You will work with RF scanners and WMS tools, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to identify inventory, shipping documents and storage locations.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Retrieving bins and taking to centrifuges to separate oil from the findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Dependable attendance

Teamwork

Safe operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Warehouse training or PIT training

Tools

RF scanners

WMS

Inventory software

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Knoxville, TN

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm ;Friday 6am-2:30pm

Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We've Got Work.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Knoxville where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

Job Duties

• Retrieving bins and taking to centrifuges to separate oil from the findings

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Marvin's Take? Fast and Straightforward. They get you on the job fast. -Marvin, Staffmark Associate

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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