Seasonal Forklift Operator | $20 Per Hour | Charlotte, NC

Samaritan's Purse; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Associate/Temporary

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Seasonal Forklift Operator in Charlotte, NC. The role supports the Operation Christmas Child program with material handling, scanning, and safe movement of warehouse goods during the mid-November to mid-December window.

Qualified candidates must have forklift certification, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work well in a team. The position is temporary, with first and second shift options and a $20 per hour pay rate.

Qualifications

• Able to lift and/or move 50 lbs.
• Must be a team player.
• Forklift certification required.
• Barcode scanning and pallet jack experience preferred.
• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipping containers and move materials for processing with safety focus.
• Facilitate scanning, movement, and quality assurance of warehouse materials.
• Support the processing of shipments and inventory flow as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Team player

Barcode scanning

Inventory management

Pallet jack experience

Shipping/receiving knowledge

Tools

Pallet jack

Barcode scanner

Job description

Seasonal Forklift Operator | $20 Per Hour | Charlotte, NC

Location: , United States
Job ID: 17774
Date Posted: Sep 14, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking a Seasonal Forklift Operator to join our Operation Christmas Child team in Charlotte, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Seasonal Forklift Operator,you will have the opportunity to:

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Work side by side with employees and volunteers to take the love of Jesus to children all around the world.

Play an integral part in the processing of over 10 million shoebox gifts

Facilitate the scanning, movement, and quality assurance of warehouse materials

Other duties as assigned

Load and unload shipping containers and facilitate the efficient movement of materials for processing purposes with the highest regard for volunteer, associate, and product safety. Must possess a current forklift certification.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

Able to lift and/or move 50 lbs.

Must be a team player

Barcode scanning, inventory, and pallet jack experience preferred

Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes preferred.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

Domestic Associate:

401(k) retirement savings plan, when eligible

Type: Associate/Temporary

Department: Operation Christmas Child

Pay rate/salary: $20 per hour

Employment timeframe: Mid-November to Mid-December

Shift: 1st Shift 7:45am - 3:45pm; 2nd Shift 2:45pm - 10:30pm

Location: , United States
Date Posted: Sep 14, 2026

Samaritan's Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.