Sit-Down Forklift Operator (2nd and 3rd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Full Benefits Package

Zero Candidate Fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seekingSit-Down Forklift Operators for busy warehouse facilities in St. Charles County, MO. You will operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts to load/unload trailers, move and stage products, and scan barcodes for accurate tracking.

Join on 2nd or 3rd shift with weekly pay and a pay rate up to $22.00 per hour, depending on experience. Prior forklift experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and reliable attendance required.

Qualifications

• Prior sit-down counterbalance forklift experience required.
• Comfort using RF scan guns to track stock movements and verify order accuracy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs periodically and work actively throughout shift.
• Strong attention to load stability, stacking patterns and inventory precision.
• Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality and reliable transportation within St. Charles County.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts safely on warehouse and dock floors.
• Load and unload freight from trailers, containers and staging bays.
• Transport, stage, stack and organize palletized inventory across the facility.
• Use handheld RF scanners to log inventory and verify shipment manifests.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage and verify counts against load sheets.
• Follow all safety guidelines to maintain a hazard-free work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Reliable attendance

Job description

Sit-Down Forklift Operator (2nd & 3rd Shift) | Up to $22.00/hr

Location: St. Charles County, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift Options: 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift Available

Pay Rate: Up to $22.00 / Hour (Based on experience) | Weekly Pay

Industry: Logistics, Warehousing, Material Handling, Freight Operations

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring full-time Sit-Down Forklift Operators (2nd & 3rd Shift) for busy warehouse and distribution facilities across St. Charles County, MO.

In this essential material handling role, you will safely operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts to load/unload trailers, move and stage products, stack palletized inventory, and scan barcodes for tracking accuracy. If you are an experienced equipment operator looking for competitive pay, a steady evening or overnight schedule, and weekly pay.

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $22.00 / hour depending on experience and shift differential.
• Shift Options: Evening (2nd Shift) and Overnight (3rd Shift) schedules available.
• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.
• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts across active warehouse and dock floors.
• Freight Handling: Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight from trailers, shipping containers, and staging bays.
• Stock Stacking & Movement: Transport, stage, stack, and organize materials and palletized inventory throughout the facility.
• RF Scanning & Tracking: Utilize handheld RF scanners to log inventory, verify shipment manifests, and confirm stock locations.
• Freight Inspection: Inspect incoming materials for damage, verifying shipment counts against load sheets prior to staging.
• Facility Safety: Strictly adhere to all facility safety guidelines, maintaining spatial awareness and a hazard-free work area.

What You Need

• Equipment Experience: Prior sit-down counterbalance forklift operation experience strictly required.
• Technical Skills: Comfort using RF scan guns to track stock movements and verify order accuracy.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs periodically and work actively throughout the shift.
• Detail & Stability: Strong attention to detail regarding load stability, stacking patterns, and inventory precision.
• Reliability: Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation across St. Charles County.
• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with premier warehouse and logistics jobs across St. Charles, St. Peters, Wentzville, and O'Fallon. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your employment.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.