Forklift Operator

Atterro; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Optional 401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment

Job summary

Total Talent Solutions in Suwanee, GA is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely operate forklifts, load/unload, and move inventory across the warehouse. You will inspect equipment, replenish locations, and support shipping and receiving while maintaining inventory accuracy and safety.

This role requires hands-on forklift experience, familiarity with RF scanners, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced distribution center environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Basic math skills required, including counting, addition, subtraction, and quantity verification.
• Basic computer skills and experience using handheld RF scanners required.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety procedures, work orders, and warehouse instructions.
• Minimum 1 year of forklift operator experience required operating stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and other powered industrial equipment.
• 2+ years of warehouse forklift experience preferred.
• Experience with warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, loading, unloading, inventory control, and shipping.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, same-day shipping distribution environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, safety, and productivity.
• Reliable attendance, dependability, and a strong work ethic are essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts and cherry pickers to move, store, retrieve, and transport inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Perform picking, packing, receiving, put-away, sorting, loading, unloading, and shipping activities as business needs require.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and maintain safe operation of equipment.
• Use RF scanners to accurately pick and process customer orders.
• Verify product accuracy, quantities, and shipment details.
• Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse operations.
• Attend daily team meetings and follow all attendance, safety, and warehouse policies.
• Cross-train and support multiple warehouse functions, with the majority of time spent operating powered industrial equipment after training.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

RF scanner usage

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Total Talent Solutions

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Suwanee, GA
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule:Monday – Friday | 6 AM – 6:30 PM with potential OT

Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We’ve Got Work.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Suwanee 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 Total Talent Solutions to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Basic math skills required, including counting, addition, subtraction, and quantity verification.
• Basic computer skills and experience using handheld RF scanners required.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety procedures, work orders, and warehouse instructions.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of forklift operator experience required operating stand-up forklifts, order pickers (cherry pickers), and other powered industrial equipment.
• 2+ years of warehouse forklift experience preferred.
• Experience with warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, loading, unloading, inventory control, and shipping.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, same-day shipping distribution environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, safety, and productivity.
• Reliable attendance, dependability, and a strong work ethic are essential for success.

Physical Capabilities

• Safely operate stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, and related warehouse equipment.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb, reach, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must wear steel‑toe shoes and other required PPE.
• Warehouse is not climate controlled and may be hot during summer months.
• Ability to work in a noisy, fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Job Duties

• Operate stand‑up forklifts and cherry pickers to move, store, retrieve, and transport inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Perform picking, packing, receiving, put‑away, sorting, loading, unloading, and shipping activities as business needs require.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and maintain safe operation of equipment.
• Use RF scanners to accurately pick and process customer orders.
• Verify product accuracy, quantities, and shipment details.
• Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse operations.
• Attend daily team meetings and follow all attendance, safety, and warehouse policies.
• Cross‑train and support multiple warehouse functions, with the majority of time spent operating powered industrial equipment after training.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life 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.

Misael Found Steady Work—and You Can Too
“I like working at Staffmark because there are many assignments available and reasonable pay.” -Misael, Total Talent Solutions Associate

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.