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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Jefferson City, Missouri

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Forklift Operators – Full-TimeLocation: Jefferson City, MO Penmac Staffing is seeking a Forklift Operator for a full-time opportunity with a well-established manufacturing client in Jefferson City, Missouri. This facility offers a team-oriented environment with modern equipment and a clean, climate-controlled workspace. The Forklift Operator plays a key role in material handling and supporting daily production and shipping operations.

Pay and Hours:
3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Monday through Friday, Overtime possible including weekends. $17.00 per hour to start.
This is a full-time Forklift Operator opportunity with consistent hours and long-term potential.

Forklift Operator Responsibilities

As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for:
  • Moving, staging, wrapping, and stacking materials from the press room and bindery areas
  • Locating materials using shipping manifests and loading outbound trailers accurately
  • Transporting raw materials to designated production departments
  • Inspecting forklifts and related equipment and reporting maintenance or safety concerns
  • Identifying damaged materials, shortages, or quality issues and reporting them promptly
  • Following all safety procedures, company policies, and applicable regulations
  • Helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements for the Forklift Operator

  • Previous forklift operating experience required
  • Ability to work 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts, including weekends as needed
  • Safety- and quality-focused mindset
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Positive, effective communication skills and ability to work well with a team

Apply now!

 Why Penmac?
Penmac Staffing offers affordable health insurance options with no waiting period! Long-term Penmac employees may participate in our 401k retirement savings plan and become participants in our employee stock ownership plan. We provide free, fast, and friendly help finding a job that matches your skills and schedule. 
About Penmac Staffing
We have been placing people first since 1988. We offer temporary, temp-to-hire, long-term, and direct hire job opportunities in a variety of industries. Penmac, a 100% employee-owned company, operates over 30 offices in eight states. Penmac is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Posting ID: 1250493154 Posted: 2026-08-24 Job Title: Forklift Operator