Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Forklift Operator

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a motivated and reliable Forklift Operator to join a fast-paced, growing team in Pinson, AL. This role offers a great opportunity to build valuable skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow your career within a supportive, team-driven workplace where your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Pay Rate
$16.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Forklift Operator Duties and Responsibilities

Operate forklifts to load, unload, move, stack, and stage materials and products.

Transport steel materials and other heavy inventory safely within the warehouse or production area.

Inspect forklift equipment daily to ensure proper working conditions and report maintenance issues.

Follow all OSHA and company safety guidelines.

Forklift Operator Qualifications and Requirements

Forklift operation experience is required

Previous experience in the steel industry is preferred

Overhead crane experience is preferred

Ability to lift heavy materials and work in a fast-paced industrial environment

Job Type
Full-time, temporary

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 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 205.868.9448 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at

Automation Personnel Services Birmingham Branch
362 Palisades Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35209

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:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• 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.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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