What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reach Truck Operator position at Kelly?
Reach Truck Operator – Livonia, MI
Join Kelly® Professional & Industrial as a Reach Truck Operator at a leading packaging solutions manufacturer in Livonia, MI! Our client designs and manufactures corrugated packaging for the automotive supply chain, working with OEM assembly factories and tiered suppliers. Their solutions are sustainable, durable, lightweight, and cost-effective—critical for the industry.
Why You Should Apply?
Competitive Pay : $18.00 - $18.75 / hr
Stable Work Schedule :
1st Shift : Monday - Saturday, 6 : 00am - 4 : 45pm
3rd Shift : Sunday - Friday, 8 : 00pm - 5 : 45am
Opportunity for Growth in a fast-paced, essential industry.
What You’ll Do :
Safely operate and maintain stand-up reach trucks and sit-down forklifts.
Complete and document forklift inspections before each shift.
Locate and deliver stock to the appropriate machines in a timely manner.
Remove finished goods from machines and organize inventory in storage areas.
Maintain accurate inventory records using paperwork and computer systems.
Assist with production duties during forklift downtime.
What We’re Looking For :
Recent reach truck (stand-up) and sit-down forklift experience (2-5 years required) and recent experience is a MUST.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to read and interpret factory instructions, tape measures, and perform basic math.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong references from previous employers confirming forklift operation experience.
Must pass a hands-on practical forklift assessment and written exam.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
What Happens Next?
Apply with your updated resume.
Our team will review your application and call you for an initial interview.
If selected, you’ll be scheduled for an in-person interview.
You will complete a background check, drug test, and a facility tour.
Once cleared, you’ll be scheduled for your forklift assessment and written exam.
After successfully passing the assessment, you’ll receive your start date!
If you’re motivated, dependable, and ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and join our team!
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 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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Salary : $18 - $19
