Sit-Down Forklift Operator
Listed on 2026-10-29
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Warehouse
General Labor -
Transportation
General Labor
Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find a skilled and safety-conscious Sit-Down Forklift Operator in Cartersville, GA. In this fast-paced and impactful role, you will be responsible for keeping essential warehouse operations moving smoothly, handling inventory with precision, and collaborating with a dedicated team in a clean, safety-first environment.
In a Sit-Down Forklift Operator job you’ll be responsible for:- Operating a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently to load, unload, transport, and stack materials across the facility
- Staging orders and moving inventory to designated storage racks and shipping bays
- Performing daily pre-operation equipment inspections to ensure equipment safety and report any maintenance needs
- Verifying order counts, product labels, and manifest documentation for accuracy
- Maintaining clean aisles, organized staging areas, and full compliance with OSHA safety standards
- At least 1+ years of recent experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment
- Valid forklift certification or the ability to pass an on-site equipment driving evaluation
- Strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and a strict commitment to safety
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed and work comfortably in an active warehouse setting
- Dependability, solid attendance, and reliable transportation to the Cartersville, GA facility
- Competitive pay: $20.00 per hour
- Consistent, steady project hours with dependable weekly pay
- Collaborative, supportive team culture with strong safety leadership
- Opportunity to demonstrate your equipment expertise and expand your logistics background
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options available for you and your family
- Dedicated staffing support throughout the duration of your project
Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes QS Nurses, and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire?
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