Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad USA; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is hiring a dependable sit-down forklift operator for our Dahlonega, GA warehouse to manage material flow and support dock operations.

You will load and stage inbound/outbound freight, coordinate with dock supervisors and truck drivers, and assist with packing line handoffs while adhering to safety guidelines.

This role offers steady daytime hours and competitive hourly pay, with opportunities to contribute to efficiency and accuracy across shipping workflows.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate sit-down forklift on dock operations.
• Must successfully complete Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) test.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle heavy items safely.

Responsibilities

• Manage all material movement on shipping/receiving docks using sit-down forklift to stage, load and organize inbound/outbound freight.
• Stage incoming pallets in temporary areas and move completed orders from packing lines to waiting trailers.
• Load trailers safely and efficiently, optimizing space while following transport safety regulations.
• Coordinate with dock supervisors and truck drivers to manage trailer drops, swaps and live loading timelines.
• Provide general warehouse support, moving large bulk items and assisting with reorganization projects using the forklift.

Skills

Forklift operation

PIT test completion

Dock coordination

Job description

Control the flow of all materials in the warehouse! We are looking for dependable sit down forklift operators focused on dock operations and material flow management. This role is highly interactive with logistics and shipping teams and competitive hourly pay.

Your responsibilities

• Manage all material movement on the shipping and receiving docks, utilizing the sit down forklift to stage, load, and organize inbound and outbound freight.
• Strategically place incoming pallets into temporary staging areas and move completed orders from the packing lines directly onto waiting trailers.
• Conduct precise, safe, and efficient loading of trailers, optimizing space utilization while adhering to transport safety regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with dock supervisors and truck drivers to manage trailer drops, swaps, and live loading timelines.
• Act as a general warehouse support, moving large bulk items or assisting with reorganization projects using the forklift as the primary tool.

location: Dahlonega, GA

work hours: 06:00 AM - 04:00 PM

qualifications

• up to 50 lbs. (heavy lifting)
• Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test.

dress code

Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips. Pants without any holes or rips. No profane or suggestive texts and images. Closed toe and non slip footwear only.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.