Sit-Down Forklift Operator/Material Handler
About The Position
Kinematics is seeking a safety-minded Sit-Down Forklift Operator to support manufacturing operations in Phoenix, Arizona. The position involves staging raw materials along active assembly lines, moving finished goods to warehouse storage, and loading and unloading freight. The role requires attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment and a strong commitment to plant safety. It is formally designated as a safety-sensitive position under Arizona Revised Statutes (§ 23-493), and candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen. The company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for workplace impairment, possession, or positive drug screens for this role, regardless of medical marijuana cardholder status. The schedule alternates weekly: Week 1 is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Week 2 is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with Friday off. Compensation is $22.00–$24.00 per hour depending on experience.
Requirements
- Active, OSHA-compliant sit-down forklift certification.
- One to two years of experience operating sit-down forklifts in a manufacturing or fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Ability to safely operate a 26-foot flatbed truck for local transportation between company facilities.
- Familiarity with RF scanners, pallet wrapping, and basic inventory control systems.
- Strong spatial awareness, dependable attendance, and a team-first mindset.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Ability to sit for extended periods; frequently mount and dismount equipment, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Responsibilities
- Deliver raw materials, packaging supplies, and parts to production cells to avoid manufacturing downtime.
- Remove palletized products from production lines and transport them to designated staging and storage bays.
- Operate sit-down forklifts to load outbound shipments and unload inbound flatbeds, dry vans, and freight trailers.
- Complete pre-shift OSHA inspection checklists covering fluid levels, hydraulics, brakes, steering, and the horn; promptly log maintenance issues.
- Scan barcodes and log material movement using handheld RF scanners to maintain accurate warehouse management system records.
- Keep driving aisles and staging lanes clean and clear in compliance with plant safety guidelines.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
- Accrued paid time off package.
- Paid company holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
