Forklift Operator

Ford; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford in Thornton, CO is seeking a Forklift Operator who can contribute quickly, collaborate across teams, and tie efforts to measurable goals. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, adaptability, and mentoring, with a focus on reliable, accurate operation in a growth-minded environment.

You join at $80,000 - $116,000, with mentorship and flexible hours to fit Thornton’s schedule, and opportunities to grow with a forward-thinking manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on familiarity with Collaboration, sharpened by Conflict Resolution side projects.
• Curiosity that outpaces your current job description.
• Practical command of Adaptability, with bonus points for Analytical Thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to teach what you know to someone greener.
• Resilience measured across 3 years of general cycles.
• Comfort owning general decisions in a CO market.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Ford to hit shared goals
• Absorb 5 of context fast and start contributing sooner
• Tie general effort back to a number Ford cares about
• Execute core Forklift Operator duties with accuracy and consistency
• Move general decisions forward when consensus stalls

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Collaboration

Conflict Resolution

Teaching/Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Right now, Ford has a Forklift Operator seat open in Thornton, and the person who fills it will shape how the next chapter unfolds. What Ford is really offering: $80,000 - $116,000 for 5 years of Analytical Thinking, plus growth that does not stall at the door.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Ford to hit shared goals
• Absorb 5 of context fast and start contributing sooner
• Tie general effort back to a number Ford cares about
• Execute core Forklift Operator duties with accuracy and consistency
• Move general decisions forward when consensus stalls

What You'll Bring

• Curiosity that outpaces your current job description
• Comfort owning general decisions in a CO market
• Practical command of Adaptability, with bonus points for Analytical Thinking
• Demonstrated ability to teach what you know to someone greener
• Resilience measured across 3 years of general cycles
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Hands-on familiarity with Collaboration, sharpened by Conflict Resolution side projects

Founded by engineers who believe small teams ship great software, Ford now serves customers across the country from its Thornton, CO office. We assume good intent first and ask clarifying questions second, which keeps the sharp-but-gentle days drama-free.

You join at $80,000 - $116,000, grow with a mentor, lean on benefits, and flex your hours so Thornton fits work instead of the reverse.

Our talent team is live and responsive, screening new resumes as they land.