Forklift Operator - Swing Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring swing shift forklift operators in Portland, OR. This evaluation-to-hire role offers $22/hour and starts between 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM at multiple sites.

You will load/unload with forklifts, perform heavy picking, and use RF scanners in a fast-paced warehouse. Weekend work may be required; strong reliability and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in high-volume warehouse environments.
• Familiar with RF barcode scanning for inventory and order fulfillment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and railcars.
• Perform heavy case picking in a high-volume warehouse environment.
• Use RF barcode scanners for inventory tracking and order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning systems

Teamwork

Dependability

Tools

RF Barcode Scanners

Job description

Now Hiring: Swing Shift Forklift Operators – $22/hr | Evaluation-to-Hire
Location: Portland, OR | Multiple Sites | Start Times: 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting experienced forklift operators for swing shift positions with a reputable client in Portland. This is an evaluation-to-hire opportunity, where successful candidates may be hired directly by the client after a performance-based evaluation period.

Position Details:

• Shift Start Times: 1:30 PM or 2:00 PM (depending on location)
• Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday (some weekend work may be required)
• Type: Evaluation-to-Hire

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and railcars
• Perform heavy case picking in a high-volume warehouse environment
• Use RF barcode scanners for inventory tracking and order fulfillment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Preferred Experience:

• Forklift operation in grocery or high-volume warehouse settings
• Experience with truck and rail loading/unloading
• Familiarity with RF scanning systems and case picking

Candidate Profile:

• Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working on your feet
• Able to work independently and as part of a team