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Forklift Operator

 

Job Description:


Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Kansas City, MO
Pay Rate: Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
8am-5pm

No Hustle. No Product Out the Door.
You’re not just driving forklifts — you’re driving success.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Kansas City 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.

Sit Down Forklift Operator 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.

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

Experience Requirements
  • 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.

Physical Capabilities
  • 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 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.

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.


About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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