Forklift Operator at Manpower Reno Reno, NV

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Downtown Boulder Partnership in Reno, NV is hiring a Forklift Operator responsible for operating various material handling equipment to support daily distribution operations. Candidates should have experience with reach trucks and cherry pickers and be aware of safety and quality standards.

The role includes lifting up to 50 lbs, ensuring accurate inventory handling, and maintaining a clean work environment. Join us for a dynamic position in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and cherry pickers required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stage products.
• Assist with receiving by checking in and verifying incoming shipments.
• Follow all safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Forklift

Order Puller

Warehouse

Tools

RF scanners

Sit-down forklifts

Reach trucks

Cherry pickers

Job description

Forklift Operator job at Manpower Reno, Reno, NV. Order#: 1059250. Order Type: Short Term.

Position Summary

The Forklift Driver is responsible for safely operating a variety of material handling equipment—including reach trucks, stand‑up forklifts, and cherry pickers—to load, unload, move, and stage products throughout the warehouse. This role supports daily distribution operations by ensuring accurate inventory handling, maintaining a clean work environment, and following all safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Forklift & Equipment Operation

• Safely operate reach trucks, stand‑up forklifts, cherry pickers (order pickers), sit‑down forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers.
• Pick, move, stack, and organize pallets and products within designated warehouse areas.
• Operate equipment in narrow aisles, high‑rack areas, and elevated picking locations.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any mechanical issues immediately.

Warehouse & Inventory Duties

• Pull and stage orders using pick sheets, RF scanners, or supervisor instructions.
• Assist with receiving by checking in and verifying incoming shipments.
• Follow FIFO and correct product rotation standards.
• Report damaged, missing or incorrect products to warehouse leadership.

Quality & Safety Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Wear required PPE and follow food safety, GMP, or warehouse sanitation standards as applicable.
• Maintain clean aisles, racks, docks and work areas.
• Use correct safety procedures when working at height on cherry pickers.

Qualifications

• Experience operating reach trucks, stand‑up forklifts, and cherry pickers required.
• Ability to operate sit‑down forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.
• RF scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team environment.

Work Environment

• Warehouse setting with temperature changes depending on storage areas.
• Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and lifting.
• Elevated work required for order picker operation.

Skills

• Can Lift: 1-50 lbs.
• Forklift
• Order Puller
• Warehouse