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Forklift Operator

Manpower
  • Kansas City, KS
  • $20 Per Hour
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
6 days ago

Job Description

Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations supporting production and logistics teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Forklift Operator with experience operating Stand Up Counter Balance Lifts 

Location: Kansas City

Pay Range: $20.00

Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday

What's the Job?

  • Perform activities related to receiving, storing, and shipping raw materials and finished goods accurately and efficiently.
  • Operate stand-up counterbalance forklifts safely within a busy warehouse environment.
  • Use handheld scanners to update inventory systems in real-time, ensuring data accuracy.
  • Pull and verify materials based on production work orders, and assist with palletizing and wrapping pallets.
  • Support various warehouse tasks including assisting production teams, handling raw materials, and maintaining safety standards.

What's Needed?

  • Up to six months of sit-down or stand-up forklift experience preferred.
  • Experience with RF scanning or handheld barcode devices preferred.
  • Ability to pass forklift operator and material handler assessments.
  • Knowledge of shipping practices and standards is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in work tasks.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to work with a reputable organization in a dynamic environment.
  • Consistent daytime schedule with weekends off.
  • Potential to develop skills in warehouse operations and logistics.
  • Supportive team environment focused on safety and efficiency.
  • Chance to contribute to a growing company with a focus on quality and safety standards.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

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

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

Numbers & Facts

LocationKansas City, KS
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded1948
Websitehttps://www.manpower.com

About Company

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Skills

  • Data Qualityunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Disability Insuranceunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Materials Analysisunmatched
  • Mobile Devicesunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Pallet Jackunmatched
  • Prescription Drugsunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched
  • Radio Frequencyunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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