Material Handler Forklift Operator $22.81/hr
Howard, PA
Hours / Week: 40
Work Hours: Night Shift 6p-6a (2-2-3 Schedule)
$22.81/hr
Overtime Available
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Spherion State College is working to fill a Night Shift 6p-6a (2-2-3 Schedule), Material Handler Forklift Operator position in Howard, PA. The pay rate is $22.81 HOURLY. This is a Temp to Hire opportunity.
Description:
We’re seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Material Handling Forklift Driver in the Howard area to join our warehouse team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
This role is vital to our production cycle and requires verified forklift experience.
What you'll do:
- Expertly operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, or reach trucks) to move heavy loads in a tight manufacturing setting.
- Efficiently manage incoming freight and outgoing shipments with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ensure production lines remain stocked with materials to prevent downtime.
- Perform basic inventory checks and log movements using warehouse management software or paper manifests.
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and maintain a "safety-first" mindset at all times.
Education: High School
- High School Diploma or GED
- Forklift Certification or 2 years of Verified Forklift Experience
Experience: 24 months
Forklift Certification or 2 years of Verified Forklift ExperiencePhysical:
- Moderate Lifting (up to 50 lbs)
- Standing / Walking
- Repetitive Motion
- Bending / Stooping / Kneeling
- Pushing / Pulling
- Hot Environments
- Cold Environments
SOC Code: 53-7062.00
Category: Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Post Date: 2026-06-29
Post Expires: 2026-07-29
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