Job Information
Kelly Services 2nd Shift Box Clamp Operator in Port Wentworth, Georgia
Position Summary
The Forklift Operator I is responsible for operating sit-down and/or clamp forklift equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. This role places a premium on safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced distribution environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Stack and store merchandise using forklift, clamp, and push-pull equipment
Safely unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations
Pull and prepare products for shipment efficiently and accurately
Ensure exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped; perform order filling and order checking duties as required
Move product from staging/storage areas into trailers
Operate equipment safely and according to prescribed work methods
Maintain records and reports for inventory control and security
Assist in regular physical inventories and proper stock rotation
Perform cycle counts as needed to ensure accurate inventory
Complete equipment inspection forms prior to operation
Use RF scanning equipment to ensure inventory accuracy
Report inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and aid in resolution
Report safety concerns promptly to management
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Required Skills & Experience
High school diploma/GED preferred
Minimum 3 months' forklift or warehouse distribution equipment experience
NFI forklift certification (must be able to obtain)
Ability to stand/walk for 10–12 hours; frequent bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), stretching, and reaching
Capacity to work in environments with variable noise, lighting, and temperature
Ability to cover distances in large facilities (>0.25 miles)
Attention to detail and excellent customer service skills
Basic math skills and general computer literacy (Excel knowledge preferred)
Availability to work irregular or extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
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.
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About Kelly
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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.