1st Shift - Temporary Forklift Operator
Contract Type:
Temporary
Location:
Elkhart, IN
Industry:
Forklift
Pay Rate:
Job Number:
63754739
Posted:
06-Oct-2026
1st Shift - Temporary Forklift Operator Location: Elkhart, IN  Shift: 1st Shift – 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Monday–Friday  Assignment: Monday, October 26 – Friday, October 30 Pay: $20.00 per hour + Attendance Bonus Job Summary Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a short-term opportunity? We're seeking a Forklift Operator to assist with loading and unloading freight at a busy warehouse in Elkhart, IN. This facility operates as a cross-dock for the RV industry as well as a public warehouse, so you'll work with a wide variety of freight and materials. This is a one-week temporary assignment, and perfect attendance is required. Employees who successfully complete the assignment with perfect attendance will receive an attendance bonus at the end of the assignment. What You’ll Be Doing As a Forklift Operator, your core responsibilities will include: -Load & Unload Freight: Safely load and unload trailers using a forklift, handling freight of various sizes and weights.-Oversized Freight: Operate a forklift with standard-sized forks to safely move and position oversized freight. Previous experience handling oversized freight on standard forks is required.-Material Movement: Move freight throughout the warehouse to designated areas for organization, staging, and shipment.-Freight Staging: Properly stage incoming and outgoing freight to support efficient cross-dock and warehouse operations.-Warehouse Organization: Maintain organized freight locations and ensure products are positioned safely and efficiently.-Safety & Accuracy: Follow safe forklift operating practices and warehouse procedures while handling freight carefully to prevent damage. In addition, you will also be expected to assist with general warehouse and material handling duties as needed. What We’re Looking For To be successful in this role, you should have the following:Qualifications:Previous forklift operating experience requiredExperience moving oversized freight using standard-sized forks is requiredExperience loading and unloading trailersAbility to safely handle freight of various sizes and weightsAbility to organize and stage freight in a busy warehouse environmentValid ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)Ability to pass a criminal background checkReliable transportation and dependable attendanceAbility to work the full Monday–Friday assignmentPerfect attendance is required to qualify for the attendance bonusSkills:-Forklift Operation: Experienced and confident operating a forklift in a warehouse and loading dock environment.-Oversized Freight Handling: Comfortable safely maneuvering oversized or difficult-to-handle freight using standard-sized forks.-Material Handling: Able to move, organize, and stage freight efficiently throughout the warehouse.-Loading & Unloading: Experienced with loading and unloading trailers while maintaining safety and protecting freight.-Spatial Awareness: Able to safely maneuver equipment around freight, trailers, warehouse aisles, and other employees.-Safety: Follows proper forklift, loading dock, and warehouse safety procedures at all times.-Organization: Able to keep freight properly staged and organized to support efficient warehouse operations. What We’re Looking For in a Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced, dependable, and safety-focused forklift operator who can confidently handle a variety of freight.Because this is a short-term assignment, we're looking for someone who can show up on time every day, work the entire assignment, and contribute immediately. Experience handling oversized freight with standard forklift forks is especially important for this position. Work Environment You'll be working in a busy warehouse and cross-dock environment supporting the RV industry as well as public warehouse customers.The position involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading trailers, moving freight throughout the warehouse, and staging products for incoming and outgoing shipments. Freight may vary significantly in size and shape, so strong forklift skills and spatial awareness are essential. Workbox Staffing BenefitsWeekly PayAttendance Bonus for Perfect AttendanceComprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and Dental401(k) Retirement PlanReferral BonusesCareer Advancement OpportunitiesVeteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity EmployerReady to put your forklift skills to work for a short-term opportunity? Apply today and let's DO GOOD together!
1st Shift - Temporary Forklift Operator
Location: Elkhart, IN
Shift: 1st Shift – 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Monday–Friday
Assignment: Monday, October 26 – Friday, October 30
Pay: $20.00 per hour + Attendance Bonus
Job Summary
Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a short-term opportunity? We're seeking a Forklift Operator to assist with loading and unloading freight at a busy warehouse in Elkhart, IN. This facility operates as a cross-dock for the RV industry as well as a public warehouse, so you'll work with a wide variety of freight and materials.
This is a one-week temporary assignment, and perfect attendance is required. Employees who successfully complete the assignment with perfect attendance will receive an attendance bonus at the end of the assignment.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Forklift Operator, your core responsibilities will include:
-Load & Unload Freight: Safely load and unload trailers using a forklift, handling freight of various sizes and weights.
-Oversized Freight: Operate a forklift with standard-sized forks to safely move and position oversized freight. Previous experience handling oversized freight on standard forks is required.
-Material Movement: Move freight throughout the warehouse to designated areas for organization, staging, and shipment.
-Freight Staging: Properly stage incoming and outgoing freight to support efficient cross-dock and warehouse operations.
-Warehouse Organization: Maintain organized freight locations and ensure products are positioned safely and efficiently.
-Safety & Accuracy: Follow safe forklift operating practices and warehouse procedures while handling freight carefully to prevent damage.
In addition, you will also be expected to assist with general warehouse and material handling duties as needed.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you should have the following:
Qualifications:
Previous forklift operating experience required
Experience moving oversized freight using standard-sized forks is required
Experience loading and unloading trailers
Ability to safely handle freight of various sizes and weights
Ability to organize and stage freight in a busy warehouse environment
Valid ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
Ability to work the full Monday–Friday assignment
Perfect attendance is required to qualify for the attendance bonus
Skills:
-Forklift Operation: Experienced and confident operating a forklift in a warehouse and loading dock environment.
-Oversized Freight Handling: Comfortable safely maneuvering oversized or difficult-to-handle freight using standard-sized forks.
-Material Handling: Able to move, organize, and stage freight efficiently throughout the warehouse.
-Loading & Unloading: Experienced with loading and unloading trailers while maintaining safety and protecting freight.
-Spatial Awareness: Able to safely maneuver equipment around freight, trailers, warehouse aisles, and other employees.
-Safety: Follows proper forklift, loading dock, and warehouse safety procedures at all times.
-Organization: Able to keep freight properly staged and organized to support efficient warehouse operations.
What We’re Looking For in a Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced, dependable, and safety-focused forklift operator who can confidently handle a variety of freight.
Because this is a short-term assignment, we're looking for someone who can show up on time every day, work the entire assignment, and contribute immediately. Experience handling oversized freight with standard forklift forks is especially important for this position.
Work Environment
You'll be working in a busy warehouse and cross-dock environment supporting the RV industry as well as public warehouse customers.
The position involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading trailers, moving freight throughout the warehouse, and staging products for incoming and outgoing shipments. Freight may vary significantly in size and shape, so strong forklift skills and spatial awareness are essential.
Workbox Staffing Benefits
Weekly Pay
Attendance Bonus for Perfect Attendance
Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and Dental
401(k) Retirement Plan
Referral Bonuses
Career Advancement Opportunities
Veteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity Employer
Ready to put your forklift skills to work for a short-term opportunity? Apply today and let's DO GOOD together!
