Night Shift Forklift Operator — Safety‑Focused Team Player

TEMPO Employment Services; Mars Hill (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TEMPO Employment Services is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for a full-time night shift Opportunity-to-Hire position in Mars Hill, Maine. The role involves moving, loading, unloading, and storing materials, while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate will have forklift operation skills, PIT training, and a strong safety mindset, with the ability to work as part of a distribution team during night hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support.
• Must be available to work the full night shift schedule.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to successfully complete required Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) training and forklift certification.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate instructions effectively.
• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately complete required documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to assess situations and make sound decisions while maintaining employee, product, and workplace safety.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Attend pre-shift meetings and communicate daily priorities.
• Safely operate a forklift and other approved powered industrial equipment.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and remove equipment if safety concerns arise.
• Load, unload, move, and store products in designated areas.
• Ship and receive products with quality checks.
• Fill customer orders accurately and follow instructions.
• Monitor safety and report concerns.
• Complete paperwork and inventory records accurately.
• Collaborate with office and warehouse staff to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse.
• Ensure proper storage and organization of pallets and materials.
• Follow GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and company safety procedures.
• Adhere to SQF food safety and quality requirements.
• Report safety or product quality concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Communicate professionally with coworkers and other departments.
• Promote teamwork and a productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

PIT training

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Background check

Night shift readiness

Reading/writing instructions

Documentation accuracy

Math skills

Dependable attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

TEMPO Employment Services is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for a full-time night shift Opportunity-to-Hire position in Mars Hill, Maine. The role involves moving, loading, unloading, and storing materials, while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate will have forklift operation skills, PIT training, and a strong safety mindset, with the ability to work as part of a distribution team during night hours.