Forklift Operator

Surge Staffing
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • $17.69
1 day ago

Job Description

Forklift Operator 

About the Role

We are hiring a dependable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse and manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for safely moving, loading, unloading, and staging materials throughout the facility while maintaining accurate inventory and a clean, organized work environment.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, stay productive throughout the shift, and work effectively as part of a team.

Pay: $17.69/hour
Shift: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: 
Philadelphia, PA

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, transport, and stage materials
  • Move products and materials throughout the facility
  • Load and unload trucks as needed
  • Properly organize and store materials in designated locations
  • Assist with inventory control and maintain accurate inventory records
  • Verify quantities and product information
  • Inspect forklift equipment before and during use
  • Report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly
  • Follow all workplace, warehouse, and equipment safety procedures
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Follow production and warehouse procedures
  • Work efficiently to meet daily productivity goals
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
  • Perform other warehouse and material-handling duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Previous forklift operator experience required
  • Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently
  • Warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or food production experience is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Dependable and reliable attendance
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to workplace safety

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and move throughout the facility
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required
  • Ability to safely enter and exit forklift equipment
  • Ability to work around moving equipment and warehouse operations
  • Ability to wear all required PPE

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Numbers & Facts

LocationPhiladelphia, PA
Salary$17.69

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Distribution Servicesunmatched
  • Food Productionunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Reportsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Material Movingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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