Data Warehousing, Debugging Skills, Forklift, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Physical Demands, Safety Compliance, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing
Abacus Corporation is a family-owned staffing leader with 80+ years of experience, providing modern workforce solutions nationwide. With a supportive culture and over 25,000 employees, we offer long-term jobs, competitive pay, benefits, and real growth opportunities.
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for a temporary-to-hire position in Chester, VA. The successful candidate will specialize in operating forklifts equipped with clamp and barrel attachments to safely move, stack, and stage specialized inventory.
Key Responsibilities
- Attachment Operation: Safely operate sit-down or stand-up forklifts using specialized roll clamps and barrel/drum clamps.
- Material Handling: Load, unload, move, and stack cylindrical, fragile, or heavy non-palletized materials.
- Inventory Control: Verify product labels, match inventory to shipping manifests, and log data into the warehouse management system.
- Safety Compliance: Perform daily pre-operation equipment inspections, report defects, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Job Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of forklift operation experience is strictly required.
- Specialized Skillset: Proven hands-on experience utilizing clamp and barrel attachments is mandatory.
- Location: Ability to reliably commute to our facility located in Chester, VA.
- Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, sit or stand for extended periods, and work in varied warehouse temperatures.
Position Details
- Job Type: Temporary-to-Hire
- Location: Chester, VA
- Schedule: Full-time Monday - Friday (Saturday overtime when needed)