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Experienced Forklift Operator- 1st Shift
Job Description
Location: Long Prairie, MN
Compensation: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour – paid weekly
Schedule: 1st Shift
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire | Full-time
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Experienced Forklift Operator for a packaging/food production company in Long Prairie, MN. In this role, you’ll help keep production lines running smoothly by moving materials and ensuring finished products are properly labeled and stored. If you enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced environment and want reliable hours with weekly pay, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information!
What You’ll Do as a Forklift Operator:
- Move finished products to proper storage locations and ensure accurate labeling
- Maintain required materials on the production floor
- Monitor raw product introduction into the process
- Complete accurate and legible paperwork
- Communicate constantly with the Production Support Lead
- Operate forklifts and scissor lifts safely
- Perform cleaning tasks as instructed
- Attend training sessions when offered
What You Need to Bring to the Forklift Operator Role:
- Ability to stand on concrete floors for 8+ hours and climb ladders throughout the day
- Lift up to 50 pounds regularly with proper body mechanics
- Forklift certification required (scissor lift experience preferred)
- Basic math skills and ability to read/write in English
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required
- Reliable transportation to [City/area/industrial park]
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and/or drug screen, if required
Why You’ll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Apply?
Click “Apply Now” to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Experienced Forklift Operator job, contact our St. Cloud job office at (320) 253-4473.
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at https://www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.
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As an equal-opportunity employer (EOE), Doherty Staffing Solutions welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
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