Forklift Driver

Light Industrial

Marion, Ohio 1st shift
Oct 13, 2026
$21.00
Forklift Driver
Temp-to-Hire Opportunity | Marion, OH
Custom Staffing is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire an experienced Forklift Driver. This hands-on role combines forklift operation with equipment assembly, mechanical repairs, installation, and general facility maintenance.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; overtime and weekends as needed
  • Breaks: One 30-minute paid break and one 30-minute unpaid lunch
  • Pay: $21/hour to start; increases to $23/hour after 240 hours
  • Employment Type: Temp to hire
  • Benefits: Weekly pay; benefits available

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, move, and position materials and heavy equipment.
  • Organize incoming and outgoing materials and stage items for assembly and production.
  • Inspect forklifts and material-handling equipment and perform basic maintenance.
  • Support mechanical assembly, installation, modification, and repair of equipment, racks, structures, workstations, and fixtures.
  • Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues using common hand and power tools.
  • Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe; report damage, maintenance concerns, and unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Assist with other operational and maintenance tasks assigned by the Plant Manager.

Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Valid forklift license or certification
  • At least 5 years of professional forklift operating experience
  • Experience handling large, heavy, or industrial equipment
  • Strong mechanical and technical skills
  • Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical or equipment assembly, machine building, industrial equipment installation, or general fabrication and repair
  • Ability to safely use common hand and power tools
  • Ability to read basic drawings, dimensions, and assembly instructions
  • Ability to identify and resolve basic mechanical and maintenance issues independently
  • Strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and ability to work in a physical industrial environment

Preferred Experience:

  • Industrial warehouse, manufacturing, or assembly facility experience
  • Basic electrical, plumbing, or facility maintenance knowledge
  • Rigging, lifting, and positioning large equipment
  • Preventive maintenance