Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance and Disability

Job summary

Staffmark in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. This full-time role offers a $18.40–$21.00 hourly pay and a 2 PM – 10:30 PM or 10 PM – 6:30 AM schedule. You will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize palletized materials, while keeping inventory locations accurate and compliant with safety procedures.

Education: HS diploma or GED preferred; warehouse training beneficial. Experience with RF scanners and WMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; warehouse training beneficial.
• Experience operating forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.
• Ability to identify inventory and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials.
• Inspect equipment before use and maintain inventory locations.
• Support shipping and receiving activities and verify product movement.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure safe material handling.
• Contribute to a safety-focused warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory identification

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

RF scanners

Education

High school diploma or GED

Warehouse training

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Inventory software

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Santa Ana, CA
Pay Rate: $18.40 – $21.00 per hour
Schedule: 2 PM – 10:30 PM | 10 PM – 6:30 AM

No Hustle. No Product Out the Door.
You’re not just driving forklifts — you’re driving success.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Santa Ana 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.

Education Requirements

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

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• 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.

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 lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 30 pounds when required.
• 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.

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.

Not Just Talk. Real Jobs. Real Respect.
It’s a great company with great jobs. They know what they are doing and will give you a chance. Staffmark is great. -Forklift Driver, Staffmark

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

A Forklift Operator helps maintain organized warehouse operations through safe operation of forklifts and efficient movement of inventory throughout the facility. This role combines equipment expertise with warehouse organization and operational awareness.

The Forklift Operator supports receiving, storage, production, and shipping through accurate material handling while maintaining workplace safety and inventory accuracy. Dependable work habits contribute directly to warehouse success.

This profession offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse equipment and logistics.