Sitdown Forklift Associate

Manpower, Inc.; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Logistics and Warehousing in Fontana, CA is seeking a Sitdown Forklift Associate to support daily warehouse operations. The role requires safe operation of sit-down forklifts, good communication, and a detail‑oriented mindset.

Shift options from early morning to late night, with multiple schedules. You will assist with loading/unloading, shipping and receiving, and value‑added tasks like labeling and production assembly while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills to follow instructions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures in a busy warehousing environment.
• Attention to detail and reliable teamwork.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform warehouse tasks.
• Experience in logistics or warehousing is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to support loading and unloading.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities including manual unloading and trailer loading.
• Support value-added services such as labeling and production assembly.
• Perform shipping-related tasks including packing and LTL sorting.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area with housekeeping duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Job description

Our client, Logistics and Warehousing is seeking a Sitdown Forklift Associate to join their team. As a Sitdown Forklift Associate, you will be part of the Logistics team supporting day-to-day warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to solve problems quickly while staying focused on safety.

Job Title: Sitdown Forklift Associate

Pay Range: $21.00 to 23.00 per hour

Multiple Shifts Available:

• 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Mon-Fri, Off Sat-Sun
• 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Sun-Thu, Off Fri-Sat
• 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Tue-Sat, Off Sun-Mon
• 6:00 PM - 2:30 AM Mon-Fri, Off Sat-Sun
• 6:00 PM - 2:30 AM Sun-Thu, Off Fri-Sat
• 6:00 PM - 2:30 AM Tue-Sat, Off Sun-Mon

What's the Job?

• Operate a sit-down forklift to support warehouse tasks such as loading and unloading
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities including manual unloading and trailer loading
• Support value-added services such as kitting, labeling, and production assembly
• Perform shipping-related tasks including box building, void fill, packing, and LTL sorting
• Maintain a clean and safe work area through housekeeping duties such as detrashing pallets and trash removal

What's Needed?

• Verbal and written communication skills to follow instructions and meet performance standards
• Ability to take direction and work in accordance with safety procedures in a busy, sometimes noisy warehousing environment
• Team player attitude with strong attention to detail
• Physical ability to perform warehouse work, including reaching, bending, walking, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed
• Experience in a manufacturing, transportation, or warehousing setting is desired but not required

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build experience in logistics and warehouse operations
• Hands-on work supporting shipping, receiving, and value-added services
• Clear expectations and structured work under management direction
• Team environment where safety and standards matter
• Training and support to help you succeed in a fast-paced facility

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)