Production Forklift Operator

Gem State Staffing; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Gem State Staffing in Burley, ID is seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join a busy warehouse team. The role requires reliability, safety awareness, and at least 2 years of forklift experience.

You will operate forklifts and reach trucks, load/unload pallets, move materials, assist with shipping and receiving, and perform basic maintenance while following OSHA safety protocols. This is a long-term, stable position with 12-hour shifts, health insurance, PTO, and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of forklift experience in a warehouse or production environment.
• Proficient with various forklift types (clamp, reach, hi-lo).
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and reach trucks safely.
• Load and unload pallets and materials within the warehouse.
• Transport materials between storage and production areas.
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations.
• Conduct basic forklift maintenance and safety checks.
• Follow OSHA safety protocols at all times.
• Work with supervisors and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Warehouse operations

Communication

Job description

Job Overview Gem State Staffing in Burley, ID is hiring experienced Forklift Operators to join a busy warehouse team. This is a great opportunity for reliable, safety-conscious workers with at least 2 years of forklift experience looking for long-term, stable employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, and reach trucks safely
• Load and unload pallets and materials within the warehouse
• Transport materials between storage and production areas
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations
• Conduct basic forklift maintenance and safety checks
• Follow all warehouse safety protocols and OSHA regulations
• Work closely with supervisors and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or production environment
• Proficient with various forklift types (clamp truck, reach truck, hi-lo, etc.)
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in physically demanding conditions
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Must be able to commute or relocate to Burley, ID 83318 prior to start date

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Overtime opportunities

Shifts

• 12 hrs shifts, 7-7 Days and nights available