Sit-Down Forklift Operator (Temp-to-Hire)

Kelly Services; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Telemedicine

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a reliable Sit-Down Forklift Operator in Kent, WA for a temp-to-hire role. The position offers steady, full-time hours with potential permanent placement after 3 months for strong performers. Requires forklift experience, ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse, and reliable attendance.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, with start times at 6:00 AM or 8:00 AM, 40 hours per week, and overtime as needed. Pay is $23.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience with freight loading/unloading preferred.
• Familiarity with RF scanners and shipping manifests.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear and legible handwriting skills.
• Ability to perform physical work in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift (Toyota/Mitsubishi) safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload freight directly from delivery docks.
• Scan incoming and outgoing shipments using RF scanners.
• Read and interpret billing manifests and shipping documents.
• Accurately record product weights, measurements, and other details by hand.
• Perform general warehouse duties, including physical material handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Shipping manifests

Attention to detail

Handwriting

Reliability

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking a reliable Sit-Down Forklift Operator in Kent, WA for a temp-to-hire role. The position offers steady, full-time hours with potential permanent placement after 3 months for strong performers. Requires forklift experience, ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse, and reliable attendance.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, with start times at 6:00 AM or 8:00 AM, 40 hours per week, and overtime as needed. Pay is $23.50 per hour.