Forklift Operator - 1st and 2nd Shifts

Kelly Services; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Transit spending account

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Forklift Operator in Fargo, ND for first and second shifts. You will operate various forklifts to move, stack, and count merchandise, ensuring safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities include pre-op inspections, inventory control, and assisting with order fulfillment while maintaining strong customer service and meticulous records. The role supports inventory integrity and on-time shipping, with emphasis on safety, reliability, and adaptability to varying shift hours,

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Minimum 6 months of forklift experience with stand up, sit down, or reach truck.
• Must qualify for and pass forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand up, sit down, and reach trucks safely and efficiently.
• Complete pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stack and store merchandise in designated areas.
• Unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment per requirements.
• Verify quantity and product type before loading and shipping.
• Perform order picking with accuracy and customer service focus.
• Move products from staging to trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintain inventory documentation and support cycle counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Mathematical skills

Standing/walking long hours

Lifting 10–50 lbs

Willingness to irregular hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanning devices

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Fargo, ND

Shifts Available:

• First Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm ($21.00 per hour)
• Second Shift: Monday–Friday, 4:30pm–1:00am ($22.50 per hour)

Summary:

Kelly is hiring Forklift Operator team members for both first and second shift positions. The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. The Operator ensures safe and efficient equipment use and may assist with order filling and checking duties, maintaining accuracy, productivity, and adherence to safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate material handling equipment—including stand up forklifts, sit down forklifts, and reach trucks—safely and efficiently, following all safety procedures.
• Complete and document pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stack and store merchandise in designated areas.
• Unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment in line with customer and operational requirements.
• Verify correct quantity and product type prior to loading and shipping.
• Perform accurate and timely order picking with a customer service focus.
• Move products from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintain documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and periodic cycle counts as directed.
• Ensure inventory is rotated according to company standards.
• Report inventory discrepancies and participate in resolution.
• Use RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management.
• Promptly report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management.
• Demonstrate basic Microsoft Excel skills and general computer proficiency for required tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Minimum 6 months of recent experience operating stand up forklift, sit down forklift, or reach truck.
• Must qualify for and pass forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service skills and basic math competency.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours per shift).
• Ability to lift and/or pull 10 lbs. up to 50 lbs., as required by business needs.
• Frequent bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching above and at shoulder level.
• Ability to work in varying noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature changes.
• Willingness to work irregular or extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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