Outdoor Yard Forklift Operator – 12-Hour Shifts, Growth Path

Laborup; Rogersville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup is hiring Yard Forklift Operators for a large plastics manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on, outdoor forklift role moving, staging, and loading finished products across the yard and shipping areas.

You will operate industrial forklifts, load and unload trucks, and maintain safe, organized outdoor storage. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient material movement in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift operating experience with pallets or large loads.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely in outdoor yard environments.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather during 12-hour shifts.
• Strong emphasis on safety, load stability, and equipment operation.
• Effective communication with shipping, production, and yard teams.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Yard forklift operation: safely move finished products and materials in outdoor areas.
• Truck loading & unloading: secure and position loads for transport.
• Material staging: organize products for outbound shipments.
• Yard organization: maintain clear pallet locations and lanes.
• Load verification: confirm quantities and product IDs before moving.
• Outdoor operations: work safely in changing weather conditions.
• Shipping coordination: liaise with shipping and yard personnel.

Skills

Forklift operation

Outdoor yard work

Safety awareness

Communication

Attendance

Job description

Laborup is hiring Yard Forklift Operators for a large plastics manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on, outdoor forklift role moving, staging, and loading finished products across the yard and shipping areas.

You will operate industrial forklifts, load and unload trucks, and maintain safe, organized outdoor storage. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient material movement in varying weather conditions.