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

Must Pass a Comprehensive Background Check

• 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

Marathon Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IND3