Reach Forklift Operator - Immediately Hiring

Express Employment Professionals; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 51,300 - 62,700; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate and Stand-Up Reach Forklift Operator in Seattle, WA. This role involves operating stand-up reach forklifts and performing general warehouse duties while adhering to safety procedures.

The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse environments and a commitment to safety and efficiency. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $27.50 per hour and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience operating a stand-up reach forklift required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up reach forklifts to move products safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate inventory movement and warehouse organization.
• Follow all safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Stand-up reach forklift operation

RF scanner operation

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title

Warehouse Associate – Reach Forklift Operator

Department

Warehouse Operations

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Warehouse Associate / Stand‑Up Reach Forklift Operator to join our warehouse operations team. This role is responsible for safely operating stand‑up reach forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, store, and organize products and materials throughout the warehouse while following all company policies and safety procedures.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate stand‑up reach forklifts to move products, equipment and materials safely and efficiently.
• Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into storage racks above floor height.
• Pick palletized units from rack locations above floor height and prepare them for outbound shipment.
• Load and unload materials onto and off pallets, skids and lifting devices.
• Use RF (Radio Frequency) scanning systems to select and record materials, weights, counts and product conditions.
• Maintain accurate inventory movement and warehouse organization.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Monitor battery charge levels, clean and maintain batteries, and ensure equipment is placed at designated charging stations.
• Follow all OSHA, regulatory and company safety standards, policies and procedures.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as assigned.
• Work with additional warehouse machinery and material handling equipment when necessary.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience operating a stand‑up reach forklift required.
• RF scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach and work throughout scheduled shifts.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to become certified.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $27.50 per hour.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 1:00 pm ‑ 9:30 pm & 5:00 am ‑ 1:00 pm.

Location

Seattle, WA (98145)