Forklift Operator & Warehouse Specialist - 1st Shift

Kelly Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Denver is seeking a Material Handler on 1st shift to support warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations. The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading/unloading at docks, and maintaining inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow 5S practices, use a Mobile Order Picking System, and work with various teams to ensure quality and timely delivery. The position offers a temp-to-hire path and a $25/hour pay rate.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 2 years of warehouse or supply chain experience.
• 2 years of forklift operating experience.
• Working knowledge of warehouse and shipping policies, procedures, operations, and general transportation processes.
• Good oral communication and strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and translate data into useful information.
• Excellent attendance practices.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.
• Ability and willingness to work in other areas as needed, adjust lunch and break times based on workflow, and work overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift.
• Load and unload materials from flatbed trailers, 53-foot vans, and rail cars at docks and in outdoor yards during all seasons and weather conditions.
• Read and understand pick documents and bills of lading to select, load, and unload products correctly.
• Follow Logistics Standard Operating Procedures and maintain the warehouse stock-location system and code dates to support proper inventory turns and FIFO principles.
• Receive incoming finished goods and raw materials and verify accuracy.
• Provide general customer service to customers and transportation providers.
• Use a Mobile Order Picking System.
• Safely lift, carry, and stack bundles of roofing shingles weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product and check work against process‑control instructions, specifications, and quality standards.
• Assist with corrective and preventive actions when appropriate.
• Participate in safety training, safety committee meetings, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with 5S principles.
• Seek out work in other areas when current assignments are complete and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Shipping policies

General transportation processes

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mobile Order Picking System

Job description

Kelly Services in Denver is seeking a Material Handler on 1st shift to support warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations. The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading/unloading at docks, and maintaining inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow 5S practices, use a Mobile Order Picking System, and work with various teams to ensure quality and timely delivery. The position offers a temp-to-hire path and a $25/hour pay rate.