Forklift Operator

Automation Personnel Services; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Rotational Shift Forklift Operator in Summerville, SC to support high-volume warehouse operations and ensure efficient material movement. Qualified applicants will have at least 2 years of forklift experience (sit-down counterbalance or stand-up reach), experience with double/multi-pallet attachments, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Weekend rotations may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years forklift experience (sit-down counterbalance or Stand-up reach)
• Experience with double pallet, multi-pallet, or specialty fork attachments REQUIRED
• Ability to safely handle high-volume warehouse operations
• Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable and able to work assigned schedule
• Experience in high-volume distribution/ manufacturing environments
• Experience handling bulk pallet movement or multi-load transport
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory flow and staging processes
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 75 pounds safely

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift.
• Lift, move, and transport pallets in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Load and unload trailers efficiently while maintaining safety standards.
• Stage, organize, and relocate inventory throughout the facility.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report any issues.
• Follow all OSHA and safety guidelines at all times.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Sit-down counterbalance forklift

Stand-up reach forklift

Attachments: double pallet / multi-pallet / clamp / slip sheet

Job description

ROTATIONAL SHIFT FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Automation Personnel Services is looking forexperienced Forklift Operators with specific experience operating a sit-down counterbalance forklift equipped with multi-pallet (double pallet / 4-fork), Stand-up Reach, Clamp and Slip Sheet attachments. This role is critical in supporting high-volume warehouse operations and ensuring efficient movement of inventory.

Pay Rate

$16.50 per hour

Schedule and Hours

Monday-Friday 6:00am-6:00pm (rotational shifts), Some Saturdays when required

Forklift Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift.


• Lift, move, and transport pallets in a fast-paced warehouse environment


• Load and unload trailers efficiently while maintaining safety standards


• Stage, organize, and relocate inventory throughout the facility


• Perform routine equipment inspections and report any issues


• Follow all OSHA andcompany safety guidelines at all times


• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed

Forklift Operator Requirements and Qualifications

• Basic math, reading, and writing skills to ensure accurate counts and paperwork.


• Minimum 2 years of forklift experience (sit-down counterbalance or Stand-up reach required)


• Experience with double pallet, multi-pallet, or specialty fork attachmentsREQUIRED


• Ability to safely handle high-volume warehouse operations


• Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and detail


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Must be dependable and able to work assigned schedule


• High-volume distribution center or manufacturing environment


• Experience handling bulk pallet movement or multi-load transport


• Familiarity with warehouse inventory flow and staging processes


• Must be willing and able tolift upto75pounds safely.(Assessment administered in Office)

Job Type

Full-time, temporary

Benefits

• Weekly Pay


• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance


• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours


• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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