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Sit Down Forklift Operator

Staffmark Group
Carson, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/15/2026

Now hiring for a Sit Down Forklift Operator
Location: Carson, CA
Pay Rate: $19.20 per hour
Schedule:M-F 7am to 3:30pm

Respect the Ride. Drive the Floor.
Forklift pros wanted. This is your kind of job.

Looking for Sit Down Forklift Operator jobs in Carson 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.

Job Duties

  • Safely operate a sit-down forklift to load, unload, transport, stack and organize materials
  • Inspect equipment before each use to confirm safe operating condition
  • Replenish inventory locations to support ongoing warehouse operations
  • Support shipping and receiving activities as needed
  • Verify product movement and maintain inventory accuracy
  • Follow established procedures for safe, efficient material handling
  • Collaborate with team members to support production, shipping and receiving activities

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

Required Experience

  • Previous experience operating a sit-down forklift
  • Experience loading and unloading trailers
  • Proficient in order picking using an RF scanner
  • Knowledge of operating a shrink wrap machine and using strapping equipment
  • Ability to safely lift and move heavy materials throughout the shift
  • Strong attention to detail, reliability and commitment to workplace safety
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and consistently meet productivity goals
  • 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.

Friendly Team. Smooth Flow.
"This place is low-stress and fast-paced. The people are friendly and helpful. They treat you like family," -Staffmark Associate

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

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

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.


Staffmark Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Pro Staff is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

 

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