About this position
Job Description
Job Description
Forklift and Tugger Operator
Automation Personnel Services is seeking experienced, reliable Forklift and Tugger Operators for a company in Shorter, AL. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a Forklift/Tugger with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. You must be a responsible individual with great experience in driving industrial vehicles. The goal is to ensure materials and products are always in the right place to maximize efficiency.
Pay Rate
$16.00 per hour (1st Shift)
6:00 am – 6:00 pm
$16.50 per hour (2nd Shift)
6:00pm – 6:00am
Schedule and Hours
Sunday through Saturday
Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
Forklift and Tugger Duties and Responsibilities
• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment for the facility.
• Must be able to operate a stand-up or sit-down Forklift operator.
• Must be able to operate a Tugger Operator.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
Forklift and Tugger Qualifications and Requirements
• Valid forklift operator certification or license obtained through a recognized training program.
• Proficiency in operating various types of forklifts, including counterbalance, reach, and pallet jack.
• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and operating instructions to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Physical strength and stamina to lift and move heavy loads safely and efficiently.
• Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination to maneuver equipment in tight spaces and navigate busy warehouse environments.
• Experience with operating a Forklift and/or a tugger.
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
• High school diploma
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs. (Lifting Assessment to be given in office)
• Drug screen and background check required.
Job Type
Full-time, Temp-to-Perm
Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates
Interested in this job?
Click Apply Now, email your resume to apsMontgomery@apstemps.com, or call us at 334.274.1004 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at
Automation Personnel Services Montgomery Branch
6983 Halcyon Park Drive
Montgomery, AL 36117
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
• 10-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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Equal Opportunity Employer
APSMontgomery
Location and commute
2557 Old Federal Rd, Shorter, AL 36075.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3210610395.