Forklift Operator (Reach Truck and Sit Down)

Job Description

Job Description

Forklift Operator (Reach Truck and Sit Down) / Warehouse Associate

Automation Personnel Services are seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator (Reach Truck and Sit Down) / Warehouse Associate to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and has experience operating material handling equipment while supporting inventory control, shipping and receiving, order fulfillment, and cycle counting activities.

Zip Code : 77038

Pay Rate
$17-18 per hour

Schedule and Hours

Monday – Friday

• 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
• Additional shifts may be available based on business needs.

Forklift Equipment Operator / Warehouse Associate Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Cherry Picker, Reach Truck, Sit Down Forklift
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Perform order picking and order pulling according to customer requirements.
• Verify and check orders for accuracy before shipment.
• Conduct cycle counts and assists with inventory control processes.
• Receive incoming products and verify quantities against receiving documents.
• Prepare, stage, and organize products for shipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and warehouse documentation.
• Assist with stock replenishment and product organization.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse, inventory, and operations teams.

Forklift Equipment Operator / Warehouse Associate Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience operating a forklift (Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Sit Down Forklift) in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification is preferred (or ability to obtain certification).
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory control.
• Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
• Ability to accurately pick, pull, and verify orders.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer and warehouse management system experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift.

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire, Permanent

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 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 832.585.5906 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services Houston North Branch
2129 FM 2920
Suite 200
Spring, TX 77388

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:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• 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.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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