Hands-On Forklift Operator - Shipping & Receiving

Manpower, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup, a global staffing leader, is seeking a Forklift Operator Shipping Receiving in Houston, TX. The role supports daily material flow, with responsibilities including receiving, put‑away, and shipping documentation.

The position requires standing and lifting in a hands‑on warehouse setting, with a pay rate around $15.57 per hour and a day shift from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Ideal candidates have 4+ years warehousing experience, a valid forklift certification (sit‑down and stand‑up), and

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of warehousing and forklift experience.
• Forklift Operation Certification required; must be able to drive sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts and present certification with your resume.
• High school diploma; some college with a focus on warehousing/logistics is preferred.
• Experience with cycle counting and strong computer skills, including MS Office programs.
• Ability to load and unload large industrial equipment and communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Receive materials and record data as instructed using receiving procedures.
• Receive, unload, and process inbound and outbound trailers.
• Verify packing lists against materials received and visually inspect for damaged goods.
• Document material damage, overages, and shortages on packing lists and promptly report discrepancies to a supervisor or manager.
• Operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts and pallet jacks to put away materials, pick orders, wrap and stage for shipment, and support shipping documentation.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Cycle Counting

English Communication

Attention to Detail

Safety Consciousness

Education

High school diploma

Some college in warehousing/logistics

Tools

Forklift Certification

MS Office

Job description

ManpowerGroup, a global staffing leader, is seeking a Forklift Operator Shipping Receiving in Houston, TX. The role supports daily material flow, with responsibilities including receiving, put‑away, and shipping documentation.

The position requires standing and lifting in a hands‑on warehouse setting, with a pay rate around $15.57 per hour and a day shift from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Ideal candidates have 4+ years warehousing experience, a valid forklift certification (sit‑down and stand‑up), and