Forklift Operators

Kelly Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Advancement opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Weekly pay

Job summary

Kelly Services in Orlando, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator to support a distribution center. Primary duties include operating Forklift, Reach Truck, Box Clamp, and EPJ, and assisting with picking, moving, and staging materials for shipment.

The role requires at least 6 months of forklift experience, forklift testing, and the ability to operate 2-4 types of equipment. Overtime and weekend work may be required, with a safety-focused culture and weekly pay through Kelly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 6 months of experience operating forklifts or similar warehouse equipment; forklift testing is required.
• Ability to operate 2-4 types of equipment (Forklift, Reach Truck, Box Clamp, EPJ); higher pay for proficiency in all four.

Responsibilities

• Operate various warehouse equipment: Forklift, Reach Truck, Box Clamp, and EPJ.
• Support warehouse operations by picking, moving, and staging materials for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow all safety protocols.
• Report to warehouse supervisors and collaborate with team members.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Forklift Operator to work at a distribution center in Orlando, FL 32824. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:

$17.75-$18.75/hour per hour, depending on shift and equipment qualifications

Shifts:

1st Shift: 6:00am-2:30pm

2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm

3rd Shift: Fri/Sat/Sun- 6am-6pm

Overtime: Mandatory. Must be available for weekends and to work beyond scheduled hours. During peak season, day shift could begin as early as 5:00 AM and run up to 12 hours.

Why you should apply to be Forklift Operator:

• Competitive pay and shift differentials
• Opportunities for advancement based on equipment proficiency
• Work with a recognized leader in the distribution industry
• Dynamic, safety-focused workplace culture
• Weekly pay and benefits available through Kelly

What's a typical day as Forklift Operator? You'll be:

• Operating various types of warehouse equipment: Forklift, Reach Truck, Box Clamp (not roll or bail clamp), and Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ)
• Supporting warehouse operations by picking, moving, and staging materials for shipment
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment and following all safety protocols
• Reporting to warehouse supervisors and collaborating with team members

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Bring at least 6 months of experience operating forklifts or similar warehouse equipment. Forklift testing is required. sit down, stand up, clamp etc
• Are able to operate 2-4 types of equipment (Forklift, Reach Truck, Box Clamp, EPJ); higher pay available for those proficient in all four
• Are comfortable with mandatory overtime, weekend work, and flexible shift assignments
• Can pass a background check and drug screening, and complete I-9 documentation
• Are able to attend required orientation and on-site testing sessions

What happens next

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry—even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly ® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you're looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture-we're dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Inclusive employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.