Forklift Operator

ManpowerGroup; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Forklift Operator in Livonia, MI to support warehouse operations focused on accurate receiving and freight processing. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has forklift experience, the ability to scan and verify freight, and is capable of completing forklift training within 30 days. Schedule is 9:30 AM–6:00 PM, with potential Saturday work based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience required.
• Ability to focus on scanning, verifying, and processing freight with strong attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and comply with shipping/receiving requirements.
• Forklift operator certificate or completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Scan and verify incoming freight using warehouse systems to support inventory accuracy
• Review and match freight labels for accuracy, ensuring shipment details are correct
• Chalk and document freight as required to maintain proper records
• Assist with sit-down forklift operations as needed to support daily warehouse needs
• Support general warehouse and logistics activities while following shipping and receiving procedures

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Shipping/receiving

Teamwork/communication

Job description

Our client, a leading global logistics and supply chain organization, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team in Livonia, MI. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations team supporting accurate receiving and freight processing. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, comfort working in a fast-paced environment, and a safety-first mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Livonia, MI

Pay Range: $18.50

Shift: 09:30 AM - 06:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Scan and verify incoming freight using warehouse systems to support inventory accuracy

• Review and match freight labels for accuracy, ensuring shipment details are correct

• Chalk and document freight as required to maintain proper records

• Assist with sit-down forklift operations as needed to support daily warehouse needs

• Support general warehouse and logistics activities while following shipping and receiving procedures

What's Needed?

• Previous forklift experience required

• Ability to focus on scanning, verifying, and processing freight with strong attention to detail

• Comfort working in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining accuracy and productivity

• Ability to follow safety procedures and comply with shipping/receiving requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is essential

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to contribute to freight accuracy and compliance through critical scanning and verification work

• Clear Monday-Friday schedule with potential Saturday work based on business needs

• Hands-on warehouse role where forklift support is provided as needed to keep operations moving

• Structured expectations around documentation, label matching, and shipping/receiving procedures

• A team environment focused on safety, accuracy, and reliable throughput

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

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