Now Hiring: Forklift Operator
Company: DIHO Consulting USA
Location: Rayville, Louisiana
Type: Full-Time | Contract or Temp-to-Hire
Are you a skilled and safety-focused Forklift Operator ready to join a team that values efficiency, teamwork, and reliability? DIHO Consulting is now hiring experienced operators to support our clients warehouse operations in Northeast Louisiana. You'll play an essential role in daily operations, moving materials that people need and use every day.
What You'll Do in This Role:
As a Forklift Operator, you'll be responsible for receiving, moving, stocking, and staging materials throughout the warehouse, as well as loading and unloading shipments and assisting with inventory accuracy. Equipment may include sit-down, stand-up, clamp forklifts, and/or electric pallet jacks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently (up to 70% of the shift).
- Pull, prepare, and stage product for shipment, ensuring proper count and labeling.
- Perform daily pre-shift inspections and document findings.
- Change forklift batteries or LP tanks; monitor power source usage.
- Keep the facility and work area clean, safe, and organized.
- Comply with all OSHA and company safety standards.
- Verify load accuracy, check for damage or miscounts, and report discrepancies.
- Assist in physical inventories and routine warehouse upkeep.
- Perform additional duties as needed or assigned by the supervisor.
Additional Warehouse Duties May Include:
- Loading/unloading items for processing or packaging.
- Interpreting work instructions and completing tasks efficiently.
- Safe startup and shutdown of assigned equipment.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- Valid forklift operator certificate or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- 2+ years of recent forklift operation experience required.
- 6+ months of warehouse experience preferred.
- Industrial or production environment experience is a plus.
What We're Looking For:
- Commitment to safe work behaviors and following protocols.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to lift 20 to 50 lbs, work at heights, stand/walk for extended periods, and tolerate temperature, dust, and noise variations.
- Flexible availability: able to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
PPE Required:
- Steel-toe boots
- Safety vest
- Hard hat
- Safety gloves
Why Join DIHO Consulting?
At DIHO Consulting, we connect skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities in logistics and industrial sectors. We value safety, reliability, and hard work, and we support our team members in building lasting, meaningful careers.
Don't wait, apply now and be part of a team that keeps things moving!