Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Specialist — Logistics Operations

100Hires, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO

Health benefits

Disability coverage

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Columbus, OH is hiring a PIT Specialist to load/unload, stage orders, and update inventory for timely shipments. You’ll work outdoors, use forklifts and overhead cranes, and ensure safety and equipment readiness in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires forklift certification, strong safety awareness, and reliable teamwork. Compensation varies with experience and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current forklift operator certification (forklift licensed).
• Hands-on forklift experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong safety mindset.
• Clear communicator and dependable team player.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and finished goods using forklifts and related equipment.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks and containers.
• Complete and document daily equipment inspections; escalate maintenance needs.
• Assist inventory updates and staging to support on-time shipments.
• Identify hazards or equipment malfunctions and report promptly.
• Operate outdoors as needed and coordinate with shipping/receiving.

Skills

Forklift Licensed

OSHA 10

Material Handler

Safety Mindset

Clear Communicator

Inventory Tracking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead Crane

Forklifts

Job description

Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Specialist — Logistics OperationsLocation: Columbus, OH 43207A day in this roleYou arrive, run your safety checks, and prep your lift for the day. Pallets are positioned, trailers arrive, and you’re the one orchestrating the flow—loading and unloading, staging orders, and updating inventory so the next team has what they need. You keep a sharp eye on equipment condition, report issues immediately, and coordinate with shipping and receiving to keep timelines on track. Some tasks bring you outdoors, where changing weather is part of the workday. When needed, you’ll work with overhead cranes and other material handling tools to move heavy product safely and efficiently.What you'll handleMove materials and finished goods efficiently using forklifts and related equipment.Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks and containers.Complete and document daily equipment inspections; escalate maintenance needs.Help manage inventory accuracy through counts, system updates, and organized staging.Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines without exception.Partner with teammates to ensure on-time shipments and smooth warehouse/yard flow.Identify and report hazards or equipment malfunctions to leadership promptly.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Current forklift operator certification (forklift licensed).Hands-on forklift experience in a manufacturing environment.Detail-oriented with a strong safety mindset.Comfort lifting and moving heavy materials; able to meet physical requirements.Clear communicator and dependable team player.Basic computer literacy for inventory tracking and updates.Work settingWork is performed primarily outdoors and will involve exposure to varying weather conditions.Compensation & benefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus short- and long-term disability.401(k)Paid time off (PTO)10 paid holidaysCompensation will be based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skill level.ProficienciesOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Material Handler ExperienceHeavy Material HandlingForklift LicensedMeets Physical RequirementsHigh School / GEDExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentEquipment you'll operateOverhead CraneForklifts