Forklift Operator

Monroechamber; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Madison, WI is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to support production and inventory activities on 12-hour day or night shifts. You will operate forklift equipment, process orders, and help ensure timely, accurate fulfillment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires at least 3 years of forklift experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and basic math, reading, writing and computer skills to work with inventory systems and shift documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 3 years of forklift experience.
• Must be able to lift 10–50 pounds regularly.
• Able to read, write, and speak English for training, safety, and quality requirements.
• Strong math and basic computer skills for inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to support production, fill customer orders, and ensure smooth material flow.
• Meet department goals for efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Fill production orders accurately and ensure proper storage and shipment according to quality standards.
• Complete shift documentation and paperwork.
• Maintain equipment with daily checks and monitor KPI's.
• Participate in safety programs and wear required PPE.

Skills

Forklift experience

English literacy

Basic math

Computer skills

Job description

Position Title: Forklift OperatorWage: $20.35/hourShift: 12-Hour Days or NightsHours: 6:00am-6:00pm or 6:00pm-6:00am (2-2-3 Schedule)Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS!QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Forklift Operator at a company in Madison, WI. This is a potential for hire position. Apply now!Forklift Operator Responsibilities:- Operate forklift equipment to perform required duties to support production, fill customer orders and ensure consistent flow of materials both inbound and outbound- Meet department goals for efficiency- Participate in continuous improvement efforts- Fill customer production orders accurately and efficiently, ensure that product is stored, received and shipped to quality standards- Perform timely and accurate transactions to maintain the integrity of inventory systems- Complete shift documentation / paperwork- Maintain department equipment by performing daily checks, maintain department KPI's- Participate in safety programs, following established safety procedures and wear appropriate PPERequirements for Forklift Operator:- At least 3 years of forklift experience- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds continuously (cases of product and hand tools)- Ability to lift 11-30 pounds regularly (3-4 times per shift)- Ability to lift 31-50 pounds occasionally (1-2 pounds per shift)- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and stand for long periods of time- Ability to work in warm environments- Mechanical aptitude- Ability to read, write, and speak English to meet training, safety, and quality requirements- Basic math skills- Computer and software skillsIND035QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!Why Work with QPS?- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search processBest of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.