Forklift Operator - Day Shift - Weekends
Contract Type:
Temporary
Location:
Spring Lake, MI
Industry:
Industrial
Pay Rate:
Job Number:
63502107
Posted:
02-Oct-2026
Bay Logistics Job Description
Summary: The warehouseman will stock and pull orders within the warehouse to and from the
dock by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reads customer orders or requisitions to determine items to be stored or distributed from
customer stock.
Conveys customer products to and from warehouse areas as customer orders dictate by the
use of forklift or other means.
Place customer products on racks, shelves, totes or in bins according to predetermined
customer and storage needs.
Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on receiving and
shipping documents.
Accurately records amounts of products received or distributed on shipping and receiving
documents per company standards
Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
competencies:
Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes
information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving
situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development
opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to
customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for
service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality;
Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others'
ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
listens
and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and
grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to
others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts
success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and
objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works
with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and
values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making
process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes
obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish
goals.
Planning/Organizinq - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for
additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats
others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts
responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote
quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase
productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action
beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials
properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to
best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are
covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility
for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach
goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased
responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage
of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness;
Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas;
Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required functions.
Must be able to manually and/or safely use various powered industrial equipment, such as
forklifts, powered pallet jacks, to load and unload trucks and rail cars as required by the
customer.
Must be able to follow written and oral communications to accurately and efficiently complete
various customer orders when receiving or pulling from stored inventory.
Must be able to neatly and accurately count, pick, restack and palletize customer product as
directed to ensure inventory accuracy.
Must be able to adhere to and follow strict safety and sanitation rules and guidelines.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related
experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, safety rules, operating, procedure and
maintenance manuals.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers,
clients, and other employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or
oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills:
None required at present.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Ability to pass a company certified forklift test license to obtain certification.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and pull with hands and arms from over head to ground
level and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to
35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to cold
temperatures. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving
mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather
conditions; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate.
Forklift Operator
Norton Shores, MI, Weekend Warrior Day Shift, $18.00 per hour
Job SummaryEnjoy working in a quiet warehouse environment? Look no further and apply today! A local Norton Shores warehousing facility is looking for dependable Forklift Operators to join their Weekend Warrior team. This position works Friday through Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM. Overtime may be required.
What You’ll Be DoingOperate a forklift safely and efficiently throughout the shift
Pull and stock products from warehouse shelves
Load and unload trucks
Use scanners and read work orders to accurately complete tasks
Track incoming and outgoing products
Stay on task and maintain productivity throughout the shift
Follow all company safety standards and procedures
Work in a cold warehouse environment
Communicate with management and be open to developing alternative solutions when needed
What We’re Looking ForPrevious forklift experience is required
Ability to use scanners and read work orders
Experience tracking incoming and outgoing products
Ability to stay on a forklift for most of the shift
Strong attention to detail and ability to stay on task
Dependable and safety-minded
Ability to work in a cold environment
Willingness to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
Why Join Us?This is an excellent opportunity for both short-term and long-term employment. We are committed to providing a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.
Weekly Pay
Hire-in Opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and Dental
Veteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity Employer
Ready to roll? Apply online today and let’s DO GOOD together!
