Sit Forklift Driver

2938 - Midsouth Talent Inc; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Midsouth Talent Inc. in Hernando, MS is seeking a forklift driver to manage industrial vehicles in warehouses. You will move goods, load and unload trailers, and stack materials while following safety protocols.

The role requires certification, HS diploma or GED, and 1–3 years in warehouse roles. You will use RF scanners, perform inspections, and coordinate with teams to ensure accurate inventory and timely shipments.

Qualifications

• Required certification/license: OSHA-compliant forklift operator certification.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of warehouse or logistics experience.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long shifts.
• Strong spatial awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, pallet jacks, and cherry-pickers to move goods.
• Load and unload pallets and materials from trailers and shipping containers.
• Verify shipments against manifests, log inventory movements with RF scanners.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and report issues.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace.

Skills

Spatial awareness

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A forklift driver (or forklift operator) manages industrial vehicles to move, load, unload, and stack materials in warehouses, factories, construction sites, and shipping yards.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, pallet jacks, and cherry-pickers to transport goods.
• Loading and Unloading: Load and unload pallets, raw materials, or finished products from trailers, trucks, and shipping containers.
• Inventory & Tracking: Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against manifests, use RF scanners, and log inventory movements.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections (brakes, steering, hydraulics, tires) and report mechanical issues.
• Safety Compliance: Follow OSHA guidelines, secure loads properly, and maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: Valid forklift operator certification/license (OSHA-compliant).
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is typically preferred.
• Experience: Prior warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience (often 1–3 years).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stand for long shifts, and maintain strong hand-eye coordination.
• Skills: Spatial awareness, basic math, attention to detail, and clear communication.