Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Automation Personnel Services is hiring a skilled and dependable Forklift Operator for a well-established manufacturing company in Dalton, GA. Join a company that values your contribution, promotes a strong safety culture, and provides real opportunities for career advancement in a stable and growing work environment.

Pay Rate : $18-$19 per hour

Schedule and Hours : Day : 8AM-8PM swing shift

Night : 8PM-8AM swing shift

Job Title Duties and Responsibilities

• Must have 5 years of experience
• Load, unload, move, and stack products, pallets, or materials within the warehouse or onto trucks.
• Inspect forklifts daily and perform basic maintenance checks (fuel, oil, battery, tires, etc.).
• Scan and record inventory movement using barcode scanners.
• Keep aisles, shelves, and storage areas organized and hazard-free.
• Maintain clean work areas, ensuring compliance with housekeeping standards.
• Follow all warehouse safety protocols, including wearing PPE and adhering to OSHA regulations.
• Operate forklifts at safe speeds and follow traffic management guidelines.
• Report equipment malfunctions, accidents, or safety hazards immediately.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently.

Forklift Operator Qualifications and Requirements

Job Type : Full-time, temporary

Benefits : Weekly Pay, Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours, 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan : Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Interested in this job? CLICK the APPLY NOW button or call us at 832.572.3000 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at :

Automation Personnel Services Dalton Branch 2410 Cleveland Highway Dalton, GA 30721

Bonus Opportunity! We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services : Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include :

10-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025).

Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025).

Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.

Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.

Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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