Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad USA; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance offerings

Short-term disability

401K plan (all benefits are based on-•

Job summary

Randstad USA in Lancaster, PA is urgently seeking a Sit Down Counterbalance Forklift Operator for immediate placement in high-capacity distribution centers. This role requires current forklift certification and a commitment to safety, with premium pay rates and flexible work hours.

Responsibilities include moving pallets, performing putaway and replenishment, loading trailers, and strict pre-shift inspections. Collaboration with inventory teams ensures accurate material flow at client sites.

Qualifications

• Must have current forklift certification.
• Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) test.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Sit Down Counterbalance Forklift to move, stack, and retrieve palletized materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks.
• Execute putaway, replenishment, and retrieval of full pallet loads from high racks (to client-specific height).
• Load and unload trailers and containers with proper balance and safety according to regulations.
• Conduct daily OSHA-compliant forklift inspections and report maintenance needs immediately.
• Collaborate with inventory control and order teams to ensure accurate material flow.

Skills

Forklift certification

PIT Test

Job description

Your certification and safety record are highly valued! We are urgently seeking sit down forklift operators for immediate placement in high-capacity distribution centers. This crucial role requires precision, expertise, and a flawless commitment to safety standards. If you possess current, documented forklift certification, we offer premium pay rates and work flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a Sit Down Counterbalance Forklift to move, stack, and retrieve high-volume, palletized materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks.
• Execute critical inventory placement tasks, including putaway, replenishment, and retrieving full pallet loads from high racks (up to client-specific height).
• Load and unload trailers and containers meticulously, ensuring loads are properly balanced and secure according to safety and transport regulations.
• Conduct mandatory pre-shift OSHA-compliant forklift inspections (daily checklist) and report any maintenance needs immediately.
• Work collaboratively with inventory control and order selection teams to ensure accurate material flow and location management.

Location and Hours

Location: Lancaster, PA
Work hours: Variable

Qualifications

• 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.

Accommodations

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 and Benefits

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
• Life insurance offerings
• Short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

Other

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.