Forklift Operator

QPS Employment Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group seeks a dependable Forklift Operator for a Milwaukee client. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift, moving materials, loading/unloading shipments, and maintaining inventory within a warehouse setting.

The position offers a 1st shift (6:30am-3:00pm) with wage range $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and obtain forklift certification as required by the client.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift operating experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification through the client.
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, grip, reach, and push with both hands.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and finished products throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Transport materials from storage areas to production machines to prevent production delays.
• Stage finished pallets and shrink-wrap products for shipment.
• Complete and handle shipping and receiving paperwork.
• Communicate with truck drivers to ensure they receive the correct shipping documents.
• Maintain accurate inventory and keep the warehouse clean and organized.
• Inspect the forklift for proper operation and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with packaging and other warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Independent worker

Manual handling

Shipping/receiving

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Details

Position Title: Forklift Operator, Wage: $20.00-$23.00/hour, Shift: 1st, Hours: 6:30am-3:00pm, Work Location: Milwaukee, WI.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and finished products throughout the warehouse and production areas


• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments


• Transport materials from storage areas to production machines to prevent production delays


• Stage finished pallets and shrink-wrap products for shipment


• Complete and handle shipping and receiving paperwork


• Communicate with truck drivers to ensure they receive the correct shipping documents


• Maintain accurate inventory and keep the warehouse clean and organized


• Inspect the forklift for proper operation and report any issues to the supervisor


• Assist with packaging and other warehouse duties as needed

Requirements

• Previous forklift operating experience preferred


• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


• Willingness to perform various warehouse duties as needed


• Ability to obtain forklift certification through the client


• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, grip, reach, and push with both hands


• Ability to move materials from floor level to waist and shoulder height


• Ability to work in a warehouse and production environment


• Experience loading and unloading trucks


• Experience moving materials in a warehouse or manufacturing environment

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