Forklift Driver – Warehouse

Location: Kentwood, MI

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift Available

Pay: $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience

Forklift Driver

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Forklift Driver to join our warehouse team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts and be comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This position will be responsible for safely moving, loading, unloading, and staging materials while maintaining accurate inventory and supporting daily warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers while following proper safety procedures.
• Move raw materials, finished products, pallets, and other inventory to designated locations.
• Receive, inspect, and properly put away incoming materials.
• Pick and stage materials for production, shipping, or customer orders.
• Safely stack and organize pallets and materials in designated storage areas.
• Use RF scanners, tablets, or warehouse management systems to track inventory movements.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and material locations to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Perform inventory counts and assist with cycle counting as needed.
• Transport materials between warehouse, production, and shipping areas.
• Prepare outbound shipments and stage completed orders for loading.
• Inspect forklifts before use and report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Perform basic battery charging or propane cylinder changes as required and trained.
• Maintain clear aisles and an organized warehouse environment.
• Follow OSHA, company, and warehouse safety procedures at all times.
• Wear required PPE and operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Assist with general warehouse duties when forklift work is not required.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience required.
• Experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts preferred.
• Current forklift certification is a plus.
• Warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or shipping/receiving experience preferred.
• Ability to safely maneuver forklifts in tight spaces and around pedestrian traffic.
• Experience using RF scanners or warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Preferred Experience

• Sit-down counterbalance forklift
• Stand-up reach forklift
• Dock stocker
• Order picker
• RF scanner
• Shipping and receiving
• Inventory control
• Loading and unloading
• Pallet racking
• Warehouse management systems
• Manufacturing material handling

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid forklift training/certification
• Opportunities for advancement

Why Join Us?

You'll be an important part of keeping our warehouse and production operations running efficiently. This is a great opportunity for an experienced forklift operator looking for stable full-time work, competitive pay, and opportunities to grow.

Apply today and join our warehouse team!

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