Forklift Operator (Stand-Up/Hi-Lo) – Material Handling

Colonial Group

Lansing (MI)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Voltava is seeking a Forklift/Hi-Lo Operator to safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, moving materials throughout the warehouse and production areas. You will load and unload trucks, stage inventory, and support efficient production flow in a fast-paced environment.

Key qualifications include sit-down and stand-up forklift experience, the ability to stand for long hours, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

Mandatory sit-down forklift experience.
Stand-up forklift experience.
Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, assembly, or material-handling environment.
Commitment to safe work practices and a strong safety mindset.
Ability to stand for 8+ hours per day.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Strong communication skills, teamwork, initiative, and reliability.
Ability to be on time and maintain constructive working relationships.
Post-offer pre-employment screening including background and drug testing.

Responsibilities

Safely operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts to move, stage, rack and deliver materials throughout the warehouse and production areas, including loading and unloading trucks and supporting production flow.
Unload incoming trucks, put inventory away, and rack and stack product up to 16 feet high.
Load trucks with empty dunnage and maintain an organized, productive work area.
Identify and communicate equipment, material, or operational issues to the appropriate team member.