Warehouse Operator/ Material Handler Direct Hire

ProStaffing; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ProStaffing is seeking a Warehouse Operator / Material Handler for a 1st shift in Hickory, NC. The role requires hands‑on stand‑up forklift experience and comfort working in narrow aisles and high‑racking areas to support a fast‑paced operation.

Pay is $20.00 per hour with overtime as needed. This is a direct hire opportunity with standard full‑time hours, commonly 8am–4pm, contributing to daily warehouse and production workflow.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on stand‑up forklift experience is required.
• Experience operating in narrow aisles and high‑racking environments.
• Attention to safety and ability to work in a fast‑paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts to move, load, unload, and organize materials.
• Navigate narrow aisles and high‑racking storage areas with accuracy.
• Transport and stage materials to support daily warehouse and production needs.
• Pull, organize, and store materials in designated locations.
• Assist with receiving, inventory movement, and general warehouse operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and equipment guidelines.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet daily productivity goals.

Skills

stand‑up forklift

narrow aisles

high racking

safety conscious

teamwork

overtime availability

Job description

Warehouse Operator / Material Handler

ProStaffing | DIrect Hire/ 1st Shift / $20.00 / OT when required

Hours: 8am-4pm

Location: Hickory, NC

About the Opportunity

ProStaffing is recruiting an experienced Warehouse Operator / Material Handler for a 1st shift opportunity with an established manufacturing company.

We are looking for someone with strong, hands‑on stand‑up and sit down forklift experience who is comfortable working in narrow aisles, maneuvering around high warehouse racking, and keeping up with a fast‑paced operation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely operate stand‑up and sit down forklifts to move, load, unload, and organize materials.
• Navigate narrow aisles and high‑racking storage areas with accuracy and confidence.
• Transport and stage materials to support daily warehouse and production needs.
• Pull, organize, and store materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Assist with receiving, inventory movement, and general warehouse operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
• Work efficiently with team members to meet daily productivity goals.

What We're Looking For

• Strong, hands‑on stand‑up forklift experience is required.
• Experience operating stand‑up lifts in narrow aisles and high‑racking environments.
• Ability to safely and confidently maneuver material‑handling equipment in tight spaces.
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing material‑handling experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, physically active environment.
• Dependable, safety‑conscious, and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be willing and available to work overtime as needed.

Position Details

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Pay: $20.00 per hour
• Overtime: Required as needed

Interested in Joining the Team?

If you have solid stand‑up forklift experience and enjoy working in a busy warehouse environment, we'd like to hear from you!

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