Forklift Operator

Surge Staffing; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SURGE Staffing is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator for 1st shift in Killbuck, OH. The role supports daily warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, and inventory management; experience with forklifts is required and physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds is necessary.

The position offers an on-site schedule, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and dependable attendance. Surge is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodation as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift/tow motor operating experience required.
• Shipping and receiving experience preferred.
• Inventory management experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable attendance.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift/tow motor to move and transport materials.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory activities.
• Perform finishing duties and support production during downtime.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory, follow safety procedures, and meet daily productivity expectations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping receiving

Inventory management

Job description

Forklift Operator – 1st Shift

Location: Killbuck, OH
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, and inventory management. The ideal candidate has previous forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and a dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift/tow motor to move and transport materials.


• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory activities.


• Perform finishing duties and support production during downtime.


• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.


• Maintain accurate inventory, follow safety procedures, and meet daily productivity expectations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous forklift/tow motor operating experience required.


• Shipping and receiving experience preferred.


• Inventory management experience is a plus.


• Strong attention to detail and dependable attendance.


• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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