Forklift Operator (sit-down)

Kelly Services; Washington; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Kelly-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Kelly Services in Preston, WA is seeking a Forklift Operator (sit-down) to support a beverage manufacturer. The role offers a $22.00/hour pay, a 3:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule, and a full-time position with potential for temp-to-hire. Immediate start available for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will operate sit-down forklifts, move materials, assist with loading/unloading, and maintain safety and inventory controls in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of sit-down forklift experience.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
• Able to work a 3:00 AM–3:00 PM shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Strong attendance and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to move raw materials and finished products.
• Load and unload trucks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Transport materials to production lines and warehouse storage locations.
• Perform inventory movements and organize stock.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Follow safety procedures and warehouse best practices.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Job Description

Forklift Operator (sit-down)
Preston, WA

Pay: $22.00/hour
Schedule: 3:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Monday–Wednesday or Monday–Thursday (based on weekly production schedule)
Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary with Potential for Temp-to-Hire

Immediate Opening – Start ASAP!

Kelly® is hiring a Forklift Operator for a leading beverage manufacturer in Preston, WA. We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused forklift operator to join the Northwest Supply Chain team. This is an immediate opening to help support production operations, with the potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Transport materials to production lines and warehouse storage locations.
• Perform inventory movements and organize warehouse stock.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance concerns.
• Follow all company safety procedures and warehouse best practices.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

• At least1 year of recent sit-down forklift experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment.
• Comfortable working a3:00 AM–3:00 PM shift.
• Able to lift up to50 lbsas needed.
• Strong attention to detail and a dependable attendance record.

Schedule

• 3:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Work schedule varies weekly based on production needs:
  • Monday–Wednesday, or
  • Monday–Thursday

Pay & Benefits

• $22.00 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Access to Kelly-sponsored benefits
• Opportunity for permanent employment for high-performing employees

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

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.

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