Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking experienced sitdown forklift operators for 2nd and 3rd shift in Shepherdsville. You will load and unload shipments, move inventory, and support warehouse operations.

Candidates should have forklift or pallet jack experience, good physical stamina, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment. This role offers steady hours with potential for advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move heavy loads regularly (50–100 lbs or more).
• Precise loading/unloading and labeling accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred.
• Basic reading of labels, invoices, and inventory records.
• Adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
• Collaborates with team to meet operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments from trucks and trailers.
• Move, stack, and organize goods on pallets or crates.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing stock; perform cycle counts.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and similar equipment safely.
• Inspect products for damage or non-conformance.
• Keep the warehouse clean and compliant with safety regulations.
• Coordinate with staff to place goods in storage and support picking/loading.
• Complete daily logs and update inventory records.

Skills

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Equipment Proficiency

Basic Math & Reading

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Express Employment is seeking experienced sitdown forklift operators for 2nd and 3rd shift in Shepherdsville.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading & Unloading Goods: Load and unload shipments from trucks, trailers verifying contents against shipping documents
• Material Handling: Move, stack, and organize goods on pallets or in crates, following inventory control instructions
• Inventory Management: Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing incoming stock; perform cycle counts and report discrepancies
• Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or other warehouse equipment safely
• Quality Checks: Inspect products for damage or non-conformance and isolate defective items
• Workspace Maintenance: Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations
• Coordination: Work with warehouse staff to place goods in the correct storage areas and support picking/loading of outgoing shipments
• Documentation: Complete daily logs, reports, and update inventory records as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move heavy loads (often 50-100 lbs or more)
• Attention to Detail: Ensure accurate loading/unloading and proper labeling
• Organizational Skills: Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Equipment Proficiency: Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred
• Basic Math & Reading: For reading shipping labels, invoices, and inventory records
• Safety Awareness: Follow all warehouse safety protocols and regulations
• Teamwork: Collaborate with supervisors and coworkers to meet operational goals

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