Sit Down Forklift operator, Fullerton

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits

Evaluation-to-hire

No fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Fullerton, CA is seeking a Sit Down Forklift Operator to support receiving, loading, staging and freight inspection in a fast-paced warehouse. You will operate a sit-down forklift, follow safety procedures, complete documentation, and work as part of a team.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least 6 months of related experience, the ability to read safety instructions and prepare routine reports, and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees.
• Basic math skills involving money, weight, volume, and distance.
• Forklift Certification - Company Certified is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload containers.
• Receive, stage, and cube-out incoming freight according to established procedures.
• Inspect freight before loading and document any compromised freight, including inspection reports and photographs.
• Follow loading, shipping, receiving, container, and safety procedures.
• Complete receiving documentation and daily department activity reports accurately and on time.
• Use handheld equipment for receiving and loading.
• Check forklifts daily and maintain a clean, debris-free work area.
• Attend daily start-up meetings and work with supervisors and coworkers on loading decisions.
• Complete loading tasks within required timeframes.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety rules understanding

Communication

Basic math

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Related forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sit Down Forklift Operator

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Schedule: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Location: Fullerton, CA

Put your forklift and warehouse experience to work in a logistics environment where safety, accuracy, and teamwork are essential. We're seeking a Forklift Operator to support receiving, loading, staging, freight inspection, and container operations while following established safety and shipping procedures.

This position is suited to someone with previous related experience who can operate a sit-down forklift, handle freight carefully, complete required documentation, and work effectively as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload containers
• Receive, stage, and cube-out incoming freight according to established procedures
• Inspect freight before loading and document any compromised freight, including inspection reports and photographs
• Follow loading, shipping, receiving, container, and safety procedures
• Complete receiving documentation and daily department activity reports accurately and on time
• Use handheld equipment for receiving and loading
• Check forklifts daily and maintain a clean, debris-free work area
• Attend daily start-up meetings and work with supervisors and coworkers on loading decisions
• Complete loading tasks within required timeframes
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of related experience
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees
• Basic math skills involving money, weight, volume, and distanceAbility to follow detailed written and verbal instructions and address problems in standardized situations
• Forklift Certification - Company Certified is a plus
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits of Working with Express Employment Professionals

• Weekly pay and immediate benefits!
• Evaluation-to-hire opportunities - get your foot in the door at a great company!
• Personalized job matching and interview preparation!
• No fees for you, ever!
• Quick hiring process!