Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Ball Ground (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Ball Ground, GA is seeking a dependable Sit-Down Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse and millwork operations by safely moving materials and ensuring accurate inventory flow.

The role requires a valid forklift certification, prior forklift experience, and a high school diploma or GED. You will operate a sit-down forklift, use an RF Scanner and Innergy ERP, and follow OSHA safety guidelines while maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification required.
• Prior forklift operating experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver materials in a warehouse environment.
• Basic computer experience or knowledge.
• Steel-toe shoes required.
• Strong attention to safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely to move, load, and unload materials.
• Transport lumber, millwork components, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Use an RF Scanner to track inventory movement and maintain accurate documentation.
• Update material transactions in the Innergy ERP system.
• Inspect forklift daily and report any mechanical or safety concerns.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety guidelines.
• Support general warehouse tasks as needed to maintain smooth operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF Scanner

Industrial safety

Basic computer skills

Material handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Innergy ERP system

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join one of our great clients in Ball Ground, GA. This role supports daily warehouse and millwork production operations by safely moving materials, maintaining accurate inventory flow, and ensuring all product is staged correctly for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely to move, load, and unload materials
• Transport lumber, millwork components, and finished goods throughout the facility
• Use an RF Scanner to track inventory movement and maintain accurate documentation
• Update material transactions in the Innergy ERP system
• Inspect forklift daily and report any mechanical or safety concerns
• Follow all OSHA and company safety guidelines
• Support general warehouse tasks as needed to maintain smooth operations

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification required
• Previous forklift operating experience required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver materials in a warehouse environment
• Basic computer experience or knowledge
• Must have a clear background to be considered
• Steel-toe shoes required
• Strong attention to safety and reliability

Schedule & Pay

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 4:30PM
• Pay: $18.00/hour
• TEMP assignment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or disability status.