Forklift Operator - OrderID: 5098

TemPositions Group of Companies; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TemPositions Group of Companies seeks Warehouse Operations Associates for a temp-to-hire role in the United States. You will handle cargo receiving, labeling, and coordinating with clients and suppliers while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Experience with warehouse management systems and RF scanning is preferred; training for forklift certification is available. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse settings or training-ready candidates.
• Familiarity with WMS and RF scanning technology.
• Proficient reading and writing communication.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stay detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Cargo receiving: counts, weights, dimensions, shipper info.
• Move freight to TSA screening areas as needed.
• Email correspondences with clients and suppliers.
• Build ULDs and label freight for shipping.
• Use spreadsheets to prioritize daily workflow.
• Training available for forklift certification; not required.
• Operate WMS and scanners to track cargo.
• Collaborate with team to optimize workflow and meet goals.

Skills

Warehouse experience

WMS familiarity

RF scanning

Excel

MS Teams

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

RF Scanners

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

We are working with a freight forwarding/logistics company who is seeking Warehouse Operations Associates on a temp to hire basis. The ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and an eagerness to learn along with the ability to follow direction. Might include weekend and evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Cargo receiving (piece counts, weights/dimensions, shipper information).
• Moving freight to TSA screening areas.
• Responsible for receiving and sending email correspondences to clients and supplier network.
• Building ULDs (Unit Load Devices).
• Labeling freight.
• Using spreadsheets to prioritize daily workflow.
• Experience in operating a Forklift a plus, but not required. Must be open to training.
• Utilize warehouse management systems and scanners to track cargo.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and meet production goals.

Skills

• Warehouse experience is a plus but not required; company open to trainable candidates from non-related prior roles as long as they are willing to learn warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and RF scanning technology.
• Excellent communication skills including reading and writing.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting as required (up to 50 pounds).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using Excel and Microsoft Teams preferred.

Certifications & Security:

All roles require willingness to obtain forklift certification; client can assist with certification via internal safety program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary