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Material Handler/ Forklift Operator

RightStone
Auburn, WA Other
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/3/2026

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Material Handler/ Forklift Operator to join our team in Auburn, WA 98001. This is a 3-month contract position paying $20.00 per hour, with the potential to become temp-to-hire based on performance and business needs. In this role, you will be responsible for picking, bundling, staging, and loading industrial pipe and conduit products, safely operating a sit-down forklift and ride-on pallet jack, processing inventory using handheld RF scanners, and maintaining a clean and organized outdoor pipe yard. The ideal candidate has experience operating sit-down forklifts and ride-on pallet jacks, possesses basic computer skills, is comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and is committed to accuracy, safety, and reliable attendance.


Schedule
  • Monday – Friday
  • Shift: 1:30 PM – 10:30 PM


Key Responsibilities
  • Pick, consolidate, bundle, stage, and load industrial pipe and conduit products.
  • Safely operate a sit-down forklift and ride-on pallet jack to transport materials throughout the outdoor storage yard.
  • Process incoming and outgoing inventory using handheld RF scanners and warehouse tracking systems.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and outdoor storage yard.
  • Follow all safety procedures while ensuring accurate order fulfillment.


Qualifications
  • Experience operating a sit-down forklift and ride-on pallet jack.
  • Basic computer skills and the ability to learn handheld RF scanners.
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to 100% order accuracy.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work a consistent 40-hour workweek, with occasional overtime as needed.


Physical Requirements
  • Ability to repeatedly lift, pull, and maneuver materials weighing 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Able to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.


Work Environment
  • 90% outdoor pipe yard/storage environment.
  • Fast-paced, physically active workplace.
  • Casual dress code (jeans, T-shirts, hoodies).
  • Safety-toe shoes are required. Safety vest and gloves will be provided.


RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you!


RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.

Company Description

RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you!

RightStone is a multi-divisional staffing company that has provided a People Focused, Client Driven, and Market Aware foundation to the ever-growing hiring ecosystem since 1996. As a member of the CSSI Family of Companies we provide focused Centers of Excellence both in Technical Staffing and National Recruitment Services. RightStone is the right choice. If you are looking for your next work home or to staff your department – WE ARE ON IT!

RightStone’s Excellence Centered approach to contract, contract to hire, and direct hire services across the CONUS is backed by industry leading processes. Processes that steer Candidate Engagement and Client Serving to Success.

Candidate Engagement Center of Excellence: Powered by skilled recruiters and human resources professionals, RightStone engages candidates and employees at multiple levels. Bringing the benefits of our strategic partnerships along with best in class support to our people means one thing – Our people are the critical aspect of our business!

Client Servicing and Delivery Center of Excellence: RightStone’s account professionals and operations teams bring measurable value to our client’s hiring needs. Through controllable workflows, focused and scalable delivery models, and adaptable labor desk coordination we bring a transactional dialog that truly speaks to our clients. Our dedicated focus to our clients brings our most valuable asset to them – Our people!

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