Forklift​/Reach Truck Operators

Job Description:

is hiring experienced Forklift, Reach Truck, and Order Picker Operators for a well-established company in Portage, Indiana!

Shift: 1st Shift, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Employment Type:

Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

Important:
Candidates must have previous forklift/reach truck certification and be able to successfully complete the required on-site re-certification process.

Are you ready to take the next step in your warehouse and logistics career?  is seeking dependable, safety-focused operators with experience using forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and order-picking equipment.

In this role, you will safely operate specialized material-handling equipment to store, retrieve, move, and stack palletized inventory in high-bay warehouse racks. You will also load and unload shipments and perform routine equipment safety inspections.

• Safely operate forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, order pickers, and other material-handling equipment.
• Navigate narrow warehouse aisles to place and retrieve products from elevated storage racks.
• Load, unload, and move palletized materials between loading docks, staging areas, and storage locations.
• Use RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to record product movements and verify inventory quantities.
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment inspections, including checks of brakes, forks, hydraulics, batteries, and other safety components.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain an organized work area and handle products carefully to prevent damage.

• Previous forklift/reach truck certification and ability to successfully complete required on-site re-certification.
• At least 1-2 years of verifiable experience operating forklifts and stand-up reach trucks in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience with order-picking equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely work at elevated rack heights and in narrow aisles.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb on and off equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and depth perception.
• Basic computer skills and experience using RF scanners or similar warehouse technology.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, accuracy, and productivity.

At , we value our employees and provide a supportive work environment where your contributions make a difference. This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on safety, quality, and efficiency while working a convenient first-shift schedule.

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.