Forklift Operator

Adecco US, Inc.; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. is seeking a 3rd shift Forklift Operator for a distribution center in Texas. The role requires 2–3 years of forklift experience, with preferred OSHA certification.

Training on the 1st shift will occur for 1–2 weeks, followed by a 12-hour night schedule from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM. The position emphasizes safe material handling, reliability, and adaptability in a structured shift-based operation. Pay is $19.36 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years forklift experience.
• Distribution center experience preferred.
• OSHA forklift certification preferred.
• Able to work overnight hours on a 3rd shift.
• Willingness to train on 1st shift for 1–2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift during the 3rd shift in a distribution center environment.
• Follow a 12-hour Pitman Schedule from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM.
• Complete the initial 1–2 weeks of training on 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Use forklift experience to support safe and efficient material handling.
• Apply distribution center experience in a fast-paced operation.

Skills

Forklift experience

Overnight shift

OSHA certification

Job description

3rd Shift Forklift Operator

We are seeking a 3rd shift forklift operator for a distribution center environment. This position requires at least 2-3 years of forklift experience and prior experience in a distribution center is preferred. The work schedule follows a 12-hour Pitman Schedule from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM. New hire training will take place on 1st shift for the first 1-2 weeks, running from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. OSHA Forklift Certification is preferred for this role. The pay rate for this position is $19.36 per hour. This opportunity is focused on safe, reliable material handling and consistent performance in a structured shift-based operation.

Benefits

• Pay rate is $19.36 per hour for this forklift operator position.
• 12-hour Pitman Schedule provides a consistent 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM overnight shift.
• First 1-2 weeks of training are scheduled on 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

What You Will Do?

• Operate a forklift during the 3rd shift in a distribution center environment.
• Follow a 12-hour Pitman Schedule from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM consistently.
• Complete the initial 1-2 weeks of training on 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Use prior forklift experience to support safe and efficient material handling.
• Apply distribution center experience when working in a fast-paced operational setting.

Your Skills

• You should have at least 2-3 years of forklift operating experience.
• Previous distribution center experience is preferred for this material handling role.
• OSHA Forklift Certification is preferred for this forklift operator position.
• You must be able to work overnight hours on a 3rd shift schedule.
• You should be comfortable adapting to a 1st shift training schedule before assignment.

Pay Details

$19.36 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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