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Forklift Operator

Kelly Services

Auburn, NYJob$22–24/hrTracked 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22–24/hr
Location
Auburn, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Kelly Services is seeking a Forklift Operator for a premier fulfillment center in Auburn, NY. The role offers competitive hourly pay, a safety‑focused culture, and opportunities for growth within a high‑volume warehouse environment. Candidates will join a team‑oriented workplace with supportive leadership and flexible shift options.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Forklift OperationPallet Jack OperationWarehouse Management Systems (WMS)NetSuiteBasic MathReadingDocumentationComputer ProficiencyHandheld Device OperationPhysical Lifting Up to 50 PoundsDependable Work EthicTeamwork

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED5–7 Years Warehouse ExperienceForklift Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Forklift Operator to work at a premier fulfillment center in Auburn, NY. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:

$22.00–$24.00 per hour

Shift:

2nd Shift – 3:00pm to 11:30pm, Monday through Friday. Willingness to work long hours and flexible schedules as needed.

Why you should apply to be Forklift Operator:

  • Competitive pay rate with weekly pay.

  • Opportunity to work for a leading organization in a high-volume fulfillment environment.

  • Safety-focused culture with a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized workplace.

  • Potential for growth and long-term career opportunities.

  • Team-oriented environment with supportive leadership.

What’s a typical day as Forklift Operator? You’ll be:

  • Operating forklifts and pallet jacks to safely load, unload, pick, and put away products and materials.

  • Managing and fulfilling material requests; ensuring timely delivery of materials to production and storage areas.

  • Following work instructions and SOPs to complete daily tasks accurately.

  • Supporting physical inventories and cycle counts, utilizing FIFO and FEFO practices.

  • Communicating issues or improvement suggestions to management professionally.

  • Identifying and recommending process improvements for efficiency and safety.

  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

  • Performing order fulfillment, picking, packing, processing transfer orders, and handling samples.

  • Executing put-away tasks and assisting with warehouse upkeep.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

  • Have a High School Diploma or GED (required).

  • Bring 5–7 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution center, or fulfillment environment, including shipping and receiving (required).

  • Possess proven experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks (certification preferred).

  • Are able to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.

  • Have experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); NetSuite experience preferred.

  • Demonstrate strong basic math, reading, and documentation skills.

  • Are proficient with computers and handheld devices for inventory and workflow tasks.

  • Follow oral and written instructions accurately.

  • Exhibit a dependable, punctual, and safety-focused work ethic.

  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

  • Have prior experience in a high-volume distribution environment.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Forklift Operator today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly ® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment\_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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