Forklift Operator

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Hammond, LA

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 4pm-10pm

Your Ride: Forklift. Your Vibe: Warehouse Warrior.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Hammond where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate forklifts, clamp trucks, and other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products
• Pull and prepare customer orders for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and product type
• Inspect inbound and outbound shipments for damage, infestation, and product accuracy
• Verify load counts, stability, product codes, and shipping requirements
• Maintain accurate inventory records and complete required warehouse documentation
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Change forklift batteries or LP tanks and monitor equipment performance
• Assist with physical inventories and inventory control activities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned by management

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• 3 years recent experience operating a forklift in a high efficiency environment desireable
• 2 years Sit Down Forklift in a warehouse environment
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Must have computer experience
• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Must be able to stand and/or drive for virtually the entire shift.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Don’t Take It from Us. Ask Mujida.

“They are so patient, one of the best agencies I have worked for in 10 years.” -Mujidat, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

• Operate forklifts, clamp trucks, and other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products Pull and prepare customer orders for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and product type Inspect inbound and outbound shipments for damage, infestation, and product accuracy Verify load counts, stability, product codes, and shipping requirements Maintain accurate inventory records and complete required warehouse documentation Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns Change forklift batteries or LP tanks and monitor equipment performance Assist with physical inventories and inventory control activities Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned by management

A Forklift Operator supports efficient warehouse and manufacturing operations by safely transporting inventory using forklifts and other powered industrial equipment. This position combines technical equipment skills with strong safety awareness to support reliable material movement.

The Forklift Operator requires attention to detail, safe operating practices, and the ability to work efficiently around personnel, equipment, and inventory while maintaining warehouse productivity. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient supply chain operations.

This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy forklift operation, logistics, and warehouse environments.