Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dent,

Vision coverage

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment

Job summary

Staffmark in Knoxville, TN seeks a Forklift Operator to safely load, unload, and move palletized materials across the warehouse and manufacturing floor. The role requires attention to safety rules, accuracy in inventory handling, and dependable attendance.

Pay is $18 per hour with a Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm schedule and Friday 6am-2:30pm. High school diploma or GED preferred; forklift certification beneficial. Competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have forklift operation experience and safe equipment handling.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable attendance are required.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load, unload, stack, and move palletized materials.
• Inspect equipment before use and ensure safety compliance.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations and support shipping/receiving.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Warehouse safety

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

RF scanner experience

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

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

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

The Forklift Operator supports successful warehouse operations through skilled forklift operation, dependable inventory movement, and safe material handling practices. This role requires attention to detail, good judgment, and commitment to workplace safety.

Successful Forklift Operator candidates understand warehouse procedures, equipment operation, inventory systems, and material handling while maintaining efficient workflows and safe working conditions.

This career is well suited for individuals who enjoy warehouse logistics and operating powered industrial equipment.