Forklift Operator

Manpower, Inc.; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Prescription drug plans

Short-term disability

401(k)

Life insurance

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator in Kyle, TX to support day-to-day receiving, staging, and inventory movement. The role requires safe operation of forklifts, accurate handling of materials, and use of RF scanners and WMS tools.

The candidate should have forklift experience, at least 1 year in warehousing or logistics, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds while working in a fast-paced environment with peak performance expectations.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required.
• 1 year warehouse or logistics experience preferred.
• RF scanners and WMS experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial trucks and follow PIT safety guidelines.
• Load and unload trailers efficiently, maximizing space and supporting dock operations.
• Receive supplier materials through Gantry system and ensure receipt accuracy.
• Use RF scanners (Zebra guns), tablets, and WMS to complete transactions accurately.
• Support inventory accuracy by following put-away instructions and applying FIFO when required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Punctual attendance

Lift 50 lbs

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse Management System

Gantry system

Job description

Our client, a leading logistics and warehouse operations team, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the Warehouse Operations department supporting day-to-day receiving, staging, and inventory movement. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment—while meeting productivity and accuracy standards.

Location: Kyle, TX

Pay Range: $21.50 - $22.50/hour

Shift: Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Friday - Sunday)

What's the Job?

• Safely operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) and follow all PIT safety guidelines while loading, unloading, and moving materials.
• Load and unload trailers efficiently, maximizing trailer space utilization and supporting smooth dock operations.
• Receive supplier materials through the Gantry system and ensure receipt accuracy.
• Use RF scanners (Zebra guns), tablets, and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to complete transactions accurately.
• Support inventory accuracy by following put-away instructions, reporting location issues, and applying FIFO processes when required.

What's Needed?

• Previous forklift experience required.
• At least 1 year of warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience using RF scanners (Zebra guns) and/or WMS preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods; dependable attendance and punctuality.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a warehouse environment where safety and accuracy matter every shift.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to receiving, staging, and inventory movement using modern scanning and WMS tools.
• Clear expectations around productivity goals, pallet-per-hour performance standards, and FIFO processes when required.
• Support from warehouse leadership and cross-functional teams to help keep operations moving smoothly.
• A role built for dependable operators who take pride in doing the job right.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)