Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Jackson Center, OH is seeking a Material Handler - Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations. You will operate tow motors, clamp and straight forklifts, label lifts, and floor jacks while following safety procedures.

Shifts include Day 5:00AM–5:10PM and Night 5:00PM–5:10AM on a rotating 12‑hour schedule; pay is $17.25 per hour with a $1.25 night differential.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in a production environment meeting schedules and rates.
• Attention to detail in inspection.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various equipment, including tow motors, clamp and straight forklifts, label lifts, and floor jacks in warehouse and production areas.
• Producing daily job assignments according to supervisor's instructions.
• Inspecting products for defects, contamination, or discoloration and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Troubleshooting production and equipment issues.
• Collect resin samples from rail cars and bulk trucks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Quality inspection

Production scheduling

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler - Forklift Operator

Location: Jackson Center, Oh

Salary: $17.25 per hour with a $1.25 shift differential for nights.

Shift Options:
Day Shift - 5:00AM-5:10PM (Rotating 12 hours)

Night Shift: 5:00PM - 5:10AM (Rotating 12 hours)

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate various equipment, including tow motors, clamp and straight forklifts, label lifts, and floor jacks in warehouse and production areas
• Producing daily job assignments according to supervisor's instructions
• Inspecting products for defects, contamination, or discoloration and ensuring quality standards are met
• Troubleshooting production and equipment issues
• Collect resin samples from rail cars and bulk trucks

Job Qualifications:

• Forklift experience required
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Experience in a production environment meeting schedules and rates
• Attention to detail in inspection