Forklift Operator and Order Picker (Spanaway, WA)

Express Lumpers; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Lumper Solutions in Spanaway, WA is hiring a Forklift Operator / Order Picker for a fixed Monday–Friday schedule at a client site. This is a temp-to-perm role, with the possibility of moving onto the client’s payroll based on performance.

The successful candidate will operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts, perform order picking, load/unload, and support other warehouse tasks. A valid forklift certification and reliable attendance are required.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is required.
• Proven experience operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Valid forklift certification is required.
• Previous order-picking and inventory-handling experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50-60 lbs.
• Comfortable performing both forklift and manual warehouse work.
• Strong attention to accuracy and product handling.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain regular attendance.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and willing to assist with different warehouse responsibilities.
• Must meet all applicable legal and safety requirements for operating powered warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Pick and prepare customer orders accurately.
• Load, unload, move, and stage warehouse products.
• Put away incoming inventory in designated locations.
• Replenish picking locations as required.
• Verify product quantities, item numbers, and order details.
• Use RF scanners or warehouse inventory systems when required.
• Perform manual material handling and general warehouse duties.
• Regularly lift and move products weighing up to 50-60 lbs.
• Assist with pallet building, wrapping, labeling, and staging.
• Inspect equipment before use and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, safety requirements, and supervisor instructions.
• Support different departments and operational tasks based on daily requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picking

Warehouse experience

Inventory handling

Attention to accuracy

Punctuality

Team player

Tools

RF scanners

Inventory systems

Job description

FORKLIFT OPERATOR / ORDER PICKER - SPANAWAY, WA (TEMP-TO-PERM)

Express Lumper Solutions is hiring forklift operators and order pickers for a fixed Monday to Friday schedule at a client site in Spanaway, WA. This is not a floating or on-call role - it is a set weekly schedule at one location.

This is a temp-to-perm position. You start on assignment through Express Lumper Solutions, with the potential to move onto the client's payroll directly based on performance, attendance and the client's needs.

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Warehouse Associate who can support multiple areas of warehouse operations. The successful candidate must be comfortable operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts, completing order-picking assignments, handling products manually, and assisting wherever operational support is required.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable switching between equipment operation and general warehouse duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Pick and prepare customer orders accurately.
• Load, unload, move, and stage warehouse products.
• Put away incoming inventory in designated locations.
• Replenish picking locations as required.
• Verify product quantities, item numbers, and order details.
• Use RF scanners or warehouse inventory systems when required.
• Perform manual material handling and general warehouse duties.
• Regularly lift and move products weighing up to 50-60 lbs.
• Assist with pallet building, wrapping, labeling, and staging.
• Inspect equipment before use and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, safety requirements, and supervisor instructions.
• Support different departments and operational tasks based on daily requirements.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Previous warehouse experience is required.
• Proven experience operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Valid forklift certification is required.
• Previous order-picking and inventory-handling experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50-60 lbs.
• Comfortable performing both forklift and manual warehouse work.
• Strong attention to accuracy and product handling.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain regular attendance.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and willing to assist with different warehouse responsibilities.
• Must meet all applicable legal and safety requirements for operating powered warehouse equipment.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is a reliable warehouse professional who does not limit themselves to one task. They should be equally comfortable operating equipment, picking orders, handling products manually, and supporting general warehouse operations as priorities change throughout the day.

Compensation

The rate is confirmed before you start, and the schedule is set Monday to Friday. If you move onto the client's payroll, your pay and benefits are set directly by the client at that point.