Job Description:
Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Fife, WA
Pay Rate: $21.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, with some weekend work during peak periods. Start times vary and begin at 7:00 PM or later.
Candidates must be flexible, as shifts can range from 5-8 hours depending on daily mail volume.
Put Your Forklift Operator Skills in Gear. We’ve Got Work.
Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Fife 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.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of sit-down forklift experience
- At least 6 months of warehouse experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform multiple warehouse duties
- Must be able to pass a written forklift exam and forklift driving test
- Operate a sit-down forklift to move and stack Gaylords and mail throughout the warehouse
- Load and unload trucks for delivery
- Inspect shipments before loading and unloading
- Assist with manual material handling and unloading products by hand as needed
- Sort and process mail
- Perform general warehouse duties as assigned
- Follow all safety policies and maintain a safe work environment
- Communicate effectively with leads and team members
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
- 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.
Misael Found Steady Work—and You Can Too
“I like working at Staffmark because there are many assignments available and reasonable pay.” -Misael, 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.
The Forklift Operator helps warehouses operate efficiently through safe forklift operation, organized inventory movement, and dependable material handling. This role requires strong work habits, equipment awareness, and commitment to workplace safety.
Successful Forklift Operator professionals understand material handling procedures, warehouse layouts, and inventory accuracy while supporting production, shipping, and receiving activities. Reliable performance contributes directly to operational excellence.
This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse equipment and logistics.
About Us
At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.
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The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.
The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.
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