Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Warehouse

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator in Oceanside, CA. The role requires operating forklifts, scanning with RF guns, and maintaining accurate inventory while supporting efficient warehouse operations.

This position offers competitive pay and a Monday–Friday schedule, with opportunities for growth and training within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of warehouse experience with at least 6 months on forklift.
• Ability to load/unload, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment operation.
• RF gun experience required.

Responsibilities

• Pull orders using customer tickets and fulfill them accurately and timely.
• Pick, pack, load, and prepare shipments.
• Receive inbound products and verify against purchase orders.
• Use RF guns to scan barcodes and track inventory.
• Complete paperwork and data entry per procedures.
• Assemble, label, palletize, and route material for delivery or storage.
• General housekeeping and safety compliance.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF gun operation

Inventory management

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Warehouse training

Tools

RF Scanners

WMS

PIT training

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Oceanside, CA
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 10am-6:30pm

The Real Warehouse MVPs Drive Forklifts.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Oceanside where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Utilize customer tickets to pull orders accurately and timely.
• Pick, Pack, and load items and prepare for shipment.
• Accurately check and receive inbound products and confirm that the shipment is consistent with the applicable purchase order.
• Check product packaging to ensure that it is neat and intact.
• Utilize RF guns to scan barcodes and labels allowing us to track appropriate inventory levels.
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and data input in accordance with established procedures.
• Assemble, package, label, stack, palletize and routes material for safe delivery or storage.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• 1-year experience. must have 6months+ on forklift (Sit down, Order Picker, Reach Truck).
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Must have experience with RF guns

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.
• 70lbs
• Steel Toe boots

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Don’t Take It from Us. Ask Mujida.

They are so patient, one of the best agencies I have worked for in 10 years. -Mujidat, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

• Utilize customer tickets to pull orders accurately and timely.
• Pick, Pack, and load items and prepare for shipment.
• Accurately check and receive inbound products and confirm that the shipment is consistent with the applicable purchase order.
• Check product packaging to ensure that it is neat and intact.
• Utilize RF guns to scan barcodes and labels allowing us to track appropriate inventory levels.
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and data input in accordance with established procedures.
• Assemble, package, label, stack, palletize and routes material for safe delivery or storage.
• General Housekeeping.
• Other projects/duties as assigned.

A Forklift Operator helps maintain efficient warehouse operations by safely moving products between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas. This role requires equipment operation skills, organizational ability, and safe work habits.

The Forklift Operator combines forklift operation with inventory awareness and warehouse procedures to help ensure products are moved accurately and efficiently throughout daily operations.

This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy equipment operation and warehouse logistics.