Forklift Operator

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. is seeking a dependable Loader for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Oklahoma City. You will load/unload materials, move items around the shop and yard, and support fabrication and production operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The role requires lifting, standing, and working in varying temperatures, with overtime opportunities and a Monday–Saturday schedule. Forklift experience is a plus for this position.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial, construction, warehouse, or general labor experience required.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials throughout the shift.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Strong attention to safety and quality.
• Ability to follow work instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, products, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move materials throughout the shop, warehouse, and yard.
• Assist with staging and organizing inventory.
• Support fabrication and welding personnel with material-handling needs.
• Prepare and position materials for production.
• Perform general industrial labor and shop-support duties.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow established work procedures and safety standards.
• Meet quality expectations for assigned tasks.
• Communicate material, equipment, or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Assist team members with additional production responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Industrial experience

Heavy lifting

Physically demanding work

Varying temperatures

Safety & quality

Follow procedures

Teamwork & independence

Communication skills

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Forklift experience

Job description

Loader – Warehouse & Industrial | 1st Shift Pay: $15.00 per hour Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73179 Shift: Monday–Saturday | 9:00 AM – Finish Overtime: Significant Overtime Available Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Job Order #: 153402

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking a dependable and hardworking Loader for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Oklahoma City. This position is responsible for loading and unloading materials, moving products throughout the shop and yard, organizing inventory, and supporting fabrication and production operations. This is a physically demanding industrial position requiring frequent lifting, bending, standing, and material handling in varying temperatures. The ideal candidate has previous industrial, construction, warehouse, or general labor experience and is comfortable working extended hours in a fast-paced environment.

Required Experience & Skills

• Previous industrial, construction, warehouse, or general labor experience required
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials throughout the shift
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Strong attention to safety and quality
• Ability to follow work instructions and established procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Forklift experience is a plus

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, products, and equipment safely and efficiently
• Move materials throughout the shop, warehouse, and yard
• Assist with staging and organizing inventory
• Support fabrication and welding personnel with material-handling needs
• Prepare and position materials for production
• Perform general industrial labor and shop-support duties
• Operate forklifts and other equipment when properly trained and authorized
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow established work procedures and safety standards
• Meet quality expectations for assigned tasks
• Communicate material, equipment, or safety concerns to supervisors
• Assist team members with additional production responsibilities
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Loading & Unloading

Candidates may regularly perform:

• Loading incoming and outgoing materials
• Unloading trucks and equipment
• Moving heavy industrial products
• Positioning and staging materials
• Organizing materials for production
• Assisting with material movement throughout the facility
• Maintaining safe and efficient loading areas

Candidates must be comfortable performing repetitive lifting and material-handling activities throughout the workday.

Fabrication & Production Support

Depending on daily production needs, responsibilities may include:

• Assisting fabrication personnel
• Supporting welding teams
• Moving raw materials and finished components
• Preparing materials for production
• Organizing shop inventory
• Maintaining clear production areas
• Assisting with general shop cleanup

Previous experience working around industrial fabrication or welding operations is valuable.

Forklift & Equipment Operation

Candidates may operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized. Responsibilities may include:

• Moving materials throughout the facility
• Loading and unloading products
• Staging inventory
• Supporting production material flow
• Organizing warehouse and yard areas

All equipment must be operated according to established safety procedures.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding position. Candidates must be able to:

• Lift, carry, and move heavy materials throughout the shift
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently bend, squat, reach, push, and pull
• Climb as required by assigned duties
• Perform repetitive manual labor
• Work in varying indoor and outdoor temperatures
• Maintain productivity throughout extended shifts
• Safely work around industrial machinery and material-handling equipment
• Wear all required PPE

Schedule & Overtime

Monday–Saturday | 9:00 AM – Finish Daily end times depend on production and workload requirements. Significant overtime opportunities are available. Candidates must be willing to work extended hours as needed. Reliable attendance and schedule flexibility are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Loader experience
• Industrial warehouse experience
• Construction labor experience
• General labor experience
• Material-handling experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Fabrication shop experience
• Forklift experience
• Loading and unloading experience
• Inventory organization experience

Work Environment

Fast-paced industrial shop and warehouse environment. Regular work around heavy materials, fabrication equipment, forklifts, and production machinery. Physically active position involving frequent lifting and material movement. Work may involve varying temperatures. Extended shifts with substantial overtime opportunities. Strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, productivity, and dependable attendance.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Starting pay of $15.00/hour
• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Significant overtime opportunities
• Consistent Monday–Saturday work schedule
• Hands-on industrial and warehouse experience
• Opportunity to support fabrication and welding operations
• Utilize and develop material-handling skills
• Long-term employment potential
• Great opportunity for dependable candidates who enjoy active, physically demanding work