Forklift Operator-$22hr(Chester, SC)

Quick Hire Staffing; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Quick Hire Staffing in New York seeks a careful Forklift Operator to move solar panels and related materials within our warehouse and shipping areas. You will operate a forklift with precision to support efficient workflow.

Candidates must have a valid forklift certification, be able to perform pre‑shift inspections, read shipping documents, and follow OSHA safety procedures. The role is on site with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Operate forklifts to move and stage solar panels and related materials.
• Load and unload shipments with care to prevent damage.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections and report issues.
• Organize inventory and store materials efficiently.
• Assist shipping/receiving and verify quantities.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Maintain inventory records using warehouse docs and scans.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to meet deadlines.
• Keep work areas clean and safe.

Responsibilities

• Move solar panels and materials with a forklift as part of daily warehouse operations.
• Ensure accurate loading, unloading, and staging per dispatch notes.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and report any equipment issues.
• Keep inventory organized and properly labeled for quick retrieval.
• Support shipping/receiving by verifying quantities and quality.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading pick tickets

RF scanners

Inventory labeling

Safety compliance

Pre-shift inspections

Education

High school diploma

Tools

WMS software

Pallet jacks

Job description

Forklift Operator – Solar Panel Logistics Company

We are looking for a careful forklift operator to move packages and material around our facilities. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. Your job could involve driving around warehouses, storage spaces and other facilities. The goal will be to ensure that material and products will always be at the right place to achieve maximum efficiency. See description below:

• Operate forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage solar panels and related materials within the warehouse and shipping areas.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments while ensuring products were handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Organize inventory and store materials in designated warehouse locations to maintain efficient workflow.
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations by verifying quantities and inspecting products for accuracy and quality.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures while operating equipment and handling materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse documentation and scanning systems.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff and logistics teams to meet shipping deadlines and production schedules.
• Kept work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

Must Have Forklift Certification**

Technical Skills

• Operating forklifts safely and efficiently
• Conducting pre-shift equipment inspections
• Reading pick tickets, shipping documents, or inventory labels
• Using RF scanners or warehouse management systems (helpful)
• Stacking and storing materials accurately

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Work in warehouse, manufacturing, or outdoor environments
• Ability to work overtime when needed

Safety Requirements

• Follow OSHA and company safety procedures
• Wear required PPE (safety shoes, vest, gloves, etc.)
• Report equipment issues immediately
• Maintain a clean and organized work area