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Posted 26 July, 2026

Forklift Operator

Adecco
Durham, NC, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Adecco is now Hiring! For SKILLED ROLES in Durham, Cary, and Morrisville – RTP.

These opportunities come with competitive pay, weekly paychecks, benefits, and room for advancement.

If you’re looking for a stable job with a consistent schedule and growth potential, we want to hear from you!

Forklift operator $ 20.00- $21.50

Pay Schedule: Weekly Pay + Benefits 401K

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour schedule – 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on -Enjoy every other weekend off

Shift Options: • Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM • Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Duties:

· Assists with staging jobs in various work areas, banding skids, cleaning scrap.

· loading/unloading trucks, moving stock to and from loading docks and placing the items in the designated location, and distributing materials as needed.

· Transports materials from storage or other work areas to designated areas using forklift truck, manual /electric pallet jacks, electric dolly, or other related equipment.

· Loads materials into trucks and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit using company provided equipment.

· Loads and unload materials onto pallets, racks, and shelves. Observes established safe working and housekeeping procedures; promptly corrects hazardous situations.

· Follows all company policies, security protocols & procedures, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and ISO requirements.

· Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

· May be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Skills:

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· Push, pull, lift or carry up to as much as 60 pounds occasionally, and up to 25 pounds frequently.

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time in accordance with the required schedule shift.

· Ability to understand and apply written and verbal instructions.

· Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Must be able to work well with others in a team environment.

· Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations – addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.

· Proficiency in using the intranet, and management information systems (MIS).

· Comprehension skills and ability to operate forklift trucks and other related powered lift equipment.

· Possess good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting forklift equipment issues.

· Forklift certification license or ability to obtain forklift certification license.

· Effective customer service, interpersonal, detailed oriented, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

· Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing

Education:

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent.

Requires a minimum of 1 year of related experience, preferably within a manufacturing or warehouse operations work environment. Familiarity with OSHA regulations related to operating a forklift truck is preferred.

Apply Today!

Call:

Walk-In Applications Welcome: 9am-3pm / M-F
105 W NC-54, Suite 279 (next to Roses)
Durham, NC 27713

Start your next opportunity with Adecco—we’re ready to help you get to work!



Pay Details: $20.00 to $21.50 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


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