Reach Truck Operator

Staffmark; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Staffmark in La Vergne, TN is seeking a dedicated Reach Truck Operator for the weekend shift. You will safely operate reach trucks to move, store, retrieve, and organize inventory, while supporting order fulfillment and maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates have prior reach truck experience, solid safety awareness, and attention to detail. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; RF scanning or WMS experience is a plus. Weekly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience operating reach trucks or similar powered industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and material handling practices.
• Ability to identify products, locations, and shipping documents with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload products using reach trucks, ensuring precise transport to storage areas and loading docks.
• Maintain forklift equipment through fueling, cleaning, and light maintenance.
• Use RF scanners to manage inventory and update records.
• Load FTL and LTL shipments and organize space efficiently.
• Collaborate with team to meet operational goals.

Skills

Reach truck operation

Safety awareness

Inventory accuracy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

WMS

Inventory software

Job description

Now hiring for a Reach Truck Operator
Location: La Vergne, TN
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Weekend Shift

The Warehouse Runs on You

Every rack, every pallet, every product - you touch it, you place it, you move it right. As a Reach Truck Operator in La Vergne, your reach truck skills keep the warehouse organized and the workflow steady. You're the reason freight gets where it needs to go.

Looking for Reach Truck Operator jobs in La Vergne where precision and safety keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you use your reach truck skills to move inventory efficiently, support order fulfillment, and help maintain an organized warehouse environment.

• Safely load and unload products using reach trucks and forklifts, ensuring precise transport to storage areas, machines, and loading docks.
• Maintain forklift equipment by storing, fueling, cleaning, and performing light maintenance.
• Use RF scanners to accurately manage inventory and update records.
• Efficiently load Full Truck Load (FTL) and Less Than Truck Load (LTL) trucks.
• Stack, organize and move large bulk items within the facility.
• Ensure accuracy and proper documentation of product shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve operational goals.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating reach trucks or similar powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to safely move, stack, retrieve, and organize palletized inventory.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and material handling practices.
• Ability to accurately identify products, inventory locations, and shipping documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and inventory accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating reach trucks in distribution centers or warehouse environments is preferred.
• Forklift certification or experience operating additional powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, dependability, and strong teamwork are well positioned for success as a Reach Truck Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely work in warehouse environments with elevated storage racks and moving equipment.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

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What You Will Do

As a Reach Truck Operator you will safely operate reach truck equipment to move, store, retrieve, and organize inventory throughout the warehouse. You will load and unload materials, replenish storage locations, support order picking, perform equipment inspections, maintain inventory accuracy, and follow established warehouse safety procedures while helping keep products moving efficiently through daily operations.

• Safely load and unload products using reach trucks and forklifts, ensuring precise transport to storage areas, machines, and loading docks.
• Maintain forklift equipment by storing, fueling, cleaning, and performing light maintenance.
• Use RF scanners to accurately manage inventory and update records.
• Efficiently load Full Truck Load (FTL) and Less Than Truck Load (LTL) trucks.
• Stack, organize and move large bulk items within the facility.
• Ensure accuracy and proper documentation of product shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve operational goals.

The Reach Truck Operator supports warehouse productivity by safely transporting palletized inventory using specialized reach truck equipment. This position combines equipment operation, inventory awareness, and workplace safety to support efficient warehouse operations.

A successful Reach Truck Operator understands material handling procedures, warehouse organization, and inventory accuracy while maintaining safe operating practices throughout every shift. Dependability and attention to detail contribute to operational success.

This career offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse operations and equipment operation.