2nd shift forklift operator

by Randstad in

Job role overview

  • Date posted

    May 8, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Taunton

Description

Job Title: 2nd Shift Forklift Operator (Outdoor Yard) ⚠ Must pass pre-employment drug screening (including THC) ⚠

We're hiring a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator for our 2nd shift team at a busy fencing company. This role works primarily outdoors, moving and staging materials to support daily operations.

Schedule: 2nd Shift (afternoon/evening hours) Location: Outdoor yard environment

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate a forklift to transport fencing materials throughout the yard
  • Load and unload trucks accurately and efficiently
  • Stage materials for production and delivery
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance issues
  • Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
  • Maintain a clean, organized yard and work area
  • Assist with inventory counts and material tracking
  • Work in various weather conditions and support team needs

Qualifications:

  • Previous forklift experience required (certification preferred)
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Attention to safety and detail
  • Dependable with good communication skills
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout shift

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Steady 2nd shift schedule
  • Opportunity to grow with the company
  • Supportive team environment

If you're a hardworking operator who takes pride in safety and efficiency, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today!

salary: $40,000 - $42,000 per year
shift: Second
work hours: 12 PM - 8:30 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

  • Operate forklift to move fencing materials safely in outdoor yard
  • Load and unload trucks efficiently
  • Stage materials for production and delivery
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues
  • Follow all safety procedures and company policies
  • Maintain clean, organized yard and storage areas
  • Assist with inventory tracking and material counts
  • Work effectively in varying weather conditions
  • Communicate with team to support workflow and deadlines

The essential functions of this role include:

  • wearing steel toe shoes
  • working in a non-temperature controlled environment
  • manual lifting up to 50lbs
  • standing for 4 hours at one time
  • working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week
  • Skills

  • Sit Down Forklifts
  • Qualifications

  • Years of experience: 3 years
  • Experience level: Experienced
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    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

    It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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