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Forklift Operator

Kelly
Granite, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026

Forklift Operator – Warehouse/Material Handling

Location: Granite City, IL
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $17.50/hour
Employer: Kelly Services

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator with strong experience in forklift operation, as well as order pulling and staging. This role plays a key part in ensuring materials are accurately moved, staged, and prepared for shipment in a warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate sit-down forklifts to move materials throughout the facility
  • Pull and stage orders accurately based on work orders and shipping schedules
  • Load and unload trucks while ensuring product integrity and proper placement
  • Organize and maintain warehouse inventory in designated staging and storage areas
  • Assist with general warehouse duties as needed, including pallet handling and material transfers
  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Required Experience & Skills

  • Prior forklift operation experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting
  • Strong background in order pulling, staging, and/or material handling
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and speed
  • Basic understanding of warehouse safety practices
  • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as required
  • Standing, walking, and operating equipment for extended periods
  • Working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures
Company Description
Kelly helps companies recruit and manage skilled workers and helps job seekers find great work in industries such as accounting and finance, education, engineering, government, manufacturing and production, technology, and more.

Since inventing the staffing industry in 1946, we’ve become experts in the many specialties and local and global markets we serve. With a network of suppliers and partners around the world, we connect 450,000 people with work every year. We ensure companies have the people they need, when and where they’re needed most.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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