1st Shift Forklift Operator

Now Hiring: 1st Shift Forklift Operators – Clinton, SC

Marathon Staffing is seeking safe, dependable, and detail‑oriented 1st Shift Forklift Operators to join our team in Clinton, SC. If you enjoy hands‑on work, have experience operating material handling equipment, and take pride in maintaining a safe and efficient workplace, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and advance your career.

Pay: $20.00/hour
Schedule: 1st Shift – Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

• Safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks to move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers
• Transport materials between production lines, warehouses, and storage areas
• Supply production lines with materials to ensure continuous operations
• Stack, store, and organize inventory in designated warehouse locations
• Conduct daily pre‑shift inspections of forklifts and report maintenance or safety issues
• Follow all company safety policies, rules, and regulations while operating equipment
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, wrapped, and secured for storage or shipment
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Inspect products and materials for damage before transport or storage
• Communicate with production, shipping, and receiving teams to prioritize material movement
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including staging orders and preparing outbound loads
• Operate additional material‑handling equipment, such as pallet jacks or reach trucks, as needed
• Assist with general warehouse and manufacturing duties as assigned
• Report accidents, equipment malfunctions, and safety concerns promptly
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous forklift operation or warehouse experience preferred
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment
• Experience with material handling, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing environments
• Ability to read and interpret labels, work instructions, and basic documentation
• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate inventory movement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word)
• ERP system experience is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and willing to learn

• Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, and squatting
• Frequent use of hands for equipment operation and material handling tasks
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and communicate effectively
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely operate equipment while maintaining awareness of surroundings

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check

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Marathon Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IND3