Warehouse Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; Gardner (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operator for a contract opportunity in the Gardner/New Century, KS area. The role is for a hands-on professional with 1–2 years of experience, supporting material movement, inventory control, order pulling, and shipping operations.

This contract offers 40 hours per week, a structured schedule, and a team-focused environment that values accuracy, safety, and dependable performance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of warehouse, material handling, or related experience.
• Experience operating forklifts or similar material handling equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Move, store, and organize materials using proper handling procedures.
• Operate forklifts and other storage equipment safely and efficiently.
• Pull orders accurately according to work instructions, inventory records, and shipment requirements.
• Receive, verify, and process inbound and outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and assist with material tracking and storage organization.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and operational guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable Warehouse Operator for a contract opportunity in the Gardner/New Century, KS area. This role is ideal for a hands‑on warehouse professional with 1-2 years of experience who is comfortable supporting material movement, inventory control, order pulling, and inbound and outbound shipping operations.

As a Warehouse Operator, you will play an important role in keeping daily operations moving efficiently and safely. This position offers a structured schedule, steady full‑time hours, and the opportunity to contribute to a team‑focused environment where accuracy, safety, and dependable performance are valued.

Candidates who enjoy active work, clear expectations, supportive leadership, and being part of a positive warehouse team are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Move, store, and organize materials throughout the warehouse using proper handling procedures.
• Operate forklifts and other storage or material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Pull orders accurately according to work instructions, inventory records, and shipment requirements.
• Receive, verify, and process inbound and outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and assist with material tracking and storage organization.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and operational guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: $17 to $19 per hour.
• Job Type: Contract/Temporary.
• Contract Dates: September 21, 2026 through March 21, 2027.
• Schedule: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Hours: 40 regular hours per week.
• Lunch: 30 minutes.
• Workdays: May be scheduled Sunday through Saturday based on operational needs.
• Location: Gardner/New Century, KS area.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Perform warehouse operations, including material movement, storage, and inventory support.
• Operate forklifts and warehouse storage equipment to move and store materials.
• Pull customer or production orders accurately and efficiently.
• Support receiving and shipping of inbound and outbound materials.
• 1-2 years of warehouse, material handling, equipment operation, or related experience.
• Experience using forklifts or similar warehouse equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.
• Strong attention to detail for inventory, order pulling, and shipment accuracy.
• Ability to work a full‑time warehouse schedule in an active, physical environment.
• Dependable attendance, teamwork, and clear communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or operations environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory processes, receiving procedures, and shipment documentation.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced environment with changing daily priorities.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.