Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: West Monroe, LA
Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7am-330pm | 330pm-12am
Lift, Load, and Level Up Your Forklift Operator Job.
Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in West Monroe 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 position plays a critical role in maintaining product integrity while efficiently loading and unloading trucks and railcars. The operator must consistently follow all safety procedures while handling paper rolls in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
Job Duties
- Safely operate a forklift with a roll clamp attachment to move, stack, load, and unload paper rolls weighing between 2,000 and 8,000 pounds.
- Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks and railcars while ensuring products are handled without damage.
- Transport paper rolls to designated storage, staging, or production areas according to warehouse procedures.
- Perform daily pre-shift inspections of powered industrial equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for visible damage and verify load accuracy.
- Secure loads and position products safely to prevent shifting or damage during transport.
- Maintain accurate inventory by following warehouse scanning and documentation procedures.
- Assist with railcar loading and unloading operations while adhering to railroad and company safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company housekeeping standards.
- Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, shipping personnel, and other warehouse team members to ensure efficient operations.
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.
- 6 months to a year of clamp truck operator experience
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 50 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.
Forklift Job. Solid Support. No Guesswork.
Staffmark was great, and the people at the factory were so helpful.” -Forklift Operator, 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.
- Safely operate a forklift with a roll clamp attachment to move, stack, load, and unload paper rolls weighing between 2,000 and 8,000 pounds.
- Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks and railcars while ensuring products are handled without damage.
- Transport paper rolls to designated storage, staging, or production areas according to warehouse procedures.
- Perform daily pre-shift inspections of powered industrial equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for visible damage and verify load accuracy.
- Secure loads and position products safely to prevent shifting or damage during transport.
- Maintain accurate inventory by following warehouse scanning and documentation procedures.
- Assist with railcar loading and unloading operations while adhering to railroad and company safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company housekeeping standards.
- Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, shipping personnel, and other warehouse team members to ensure efficient operations.
A Forklift Operator supports efficient warehouse and manufacturing operations by safely transporting inventory using forklifts and other powered industrial equipment. This position combines technical equipment skills with strong safety awareness to support reliable material movement.
The Forklift Operator requires attention to detail, safe operating practices, and the ability to work efficiently around personnel, equipment, and inventory while maintaining warehouse productivity. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient supply chain operations.
This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy forklift operation, logistics, and warehouse environments.