Sit-down Forklift Operator

Staffmark; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring a Sit-down Forklift Operator in Duluth, GA. The role involves safely operating reach trucks and other equipment to move inventory and support warehouse operations.

You'll work Monday through Friday, earn $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, and use WMS and RF scanners to track movements while maintaining safety and accuracy.

This position offers competitive weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to advance within a safety‑driven warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of warehouse or equipment operation experience.
• Experience operating reach trucks or similar powered equipment.
• High school diploma or GED; equipment certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and other material handling equipment to move inventory.
• Load, unload, and transport materials to storage or staging areas.
• Pick and replenish inventory from high racking locations accurately.
• Use WMS and RF scanners to track inventory and transactions.
• Verify product accuracy, follow safety procedures, and report issues.
• Support inventory control activities and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

WMS

Safety awareness

Inventory accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equipment certification preferred

Tools

WMS

RF scanners

Job description

Now hiring for a Sit-down Forklift Operator
Location: Duluth, GA
Pay Rate: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Work schedule: Monday–Friday

Your Ride: Forklift. Your Vibe: Warehouse Warrior.

Looking for Sit-down Forklift Operator jobs in Duluth where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operates reach trucks and other material handling equipment to move inventory within the warehouse.
• Loads, unloads, and transports materials to designated storage or staging areas.
• Picks and replenishes inventory from high racking locations accurately and efficiently.
• Uses warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanners to track inventory movement and update transactions.
• Verifies product accuracy and condition during handling and movement.
• Follows safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines at all times.
• Performs routine equipment checks and reports maintenance or safety issues.
• Supports inventory control activities, including cycle counts and stock organization.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; equipment certification preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in warehouse operations or equipment operation roles.
• 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.
• Experience operating reach trucks or similar material handling equipment required.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, including inventory handling and storage processes.
• Ability to operate equipment safely in high racking and confined spaces.

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 advancement and continued equipment training.

What You Will Do

As a Sit-down Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Sit-down Forklift Operator helps warehouses operate efficiently through safe forklift operation, organized inventory movement, and dependable material handling. This role requires strong work habits, equipment awareness, and commitment to workplace safety.

Successful Sit-down Forklift Operator professionals understand material handling procedures, warehouse layouts, and inventory accuracy while supporting production, shipping, and receiving activities. Reliable performance contributes directly to operational excellence.

This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse equipment and logistics.