Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Sit-Down Forklift Operator (1st Shift) | Up to $19.00/hr

Location: St. Charles County, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 1st Shift | Daytime Hours

Pay Rate: Up to $19.00 / Hour (Based on experience) | Weekly Pay

Industry: Logistics, Warehousing, Material Handling, Freight Operations

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring full-time Sit-Down Forklift Operators (1st Shift) for busy warehouse and distribution facilities across St. Charles County, MO.

In this essential material handling role, you will safely operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts to load/unload trailers, move and stage products, stack palletized inventory, and scan barcodes for tracking accuracy. If you are an experienced equipment operator looking for competitive pay, a steady daytime schedule, and weekly pay, apply today!

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $19.00 / hour depending on experience.

• Predictable
  
  Schedule:
  
  Steady 1st Shift daytime hours—keep your evenings free.

• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.

• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts across active warehouse and dock floors.

• Freight Handling: Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight from trailers, shipping containers, and staging bays.

• Stock Stacking & Movement: Transport, stage, stack, and organize materials and palletized inventory throughout the facility.

• RF Scanning & Tracking: Utilize handheld RF scanners to log inventory, verify shipment manifests, and confirm stock locations.

• Freight Inspection: Inspect incoming materials for damage, verifying shipment counts against load sheets prior to staging.

• Facility Safety: Strictly adhere to all facility safety guidelines, maintaining spatial awareness and a hazard-free work area.

What You Need

• Equipment
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior sit-down counterbalance forklift operation experience strictly required.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Comfort using RF scan guns to track stock movements and verify order accuracy.

• Detail & Stability: Strong attention to detail regarding load stability, stacking patterns, and inventory precision.

• Reliability: Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation across St. Charles County.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.