Date Posted: 07/23/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 504595
Industry: Medical Equipment & Supplies
Job Title: Forklift Operator (High Reach & Counterbalance)
Job Location: Sumter, SC, USA, 29153
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., 3-2-2-3 schedule
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate($): 18.80
Max Hourly Rate($): 18.80
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Forklift Operator, Warehouse
Experience Desired: Experience using RF scanners (0 yrs); Basic computer skills (0 yrs); Inventory management skills (0 yrs); Product replenishment experience (0 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Skills and Experience:
• 1 year of relevant experience, required
• Intermediate experience with either a high reach or counterbalance required
• Ability to obtain a forklift certification within 2 days of employment
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents in English
• Ability to operate MHE and use an RF scanner
• Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills
• General distribution knowledge
• Basic computer skills
• Strong initiative and drive for results.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Experience with Manhattan WMS, preferred.
Forklift Operator (High Reach & Counterbalance) Responsibilities:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate movement of products within the distribution center. Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities) · Transport palletized product within the distribution center (unload, put away double deep, bulk and full pallet pick, load, replenishment) · Operate material handling equipment, including high reach, counterbalance, electric pallet jack, and dock stocker. · Use RF Scanner and WMS to ensure inventory accuracy and track products throughout the site. · Ensure product integrity while performing all tasks. · Follow site safety procedures, including required PPE (safety vest, safety shoes). · Cross train and become knowledgeable in other areas. Provide backup support when required.
While performing this job, the associate is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers.
The associate may occasionally be required to climb.
The job may require lifting over 50lbs in some areas but not all.
Associate must have normal field of vision corrected to 20/40 in each eye and must have hearing sufficient to safely operate MHE [Material Handling Equipment] in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
Work Environment
The noise level is moderate to loud.
There will almost always be exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment, exposure to precarious situations.
Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles.
This role may require a mandatory medical evaluation in compliance with BD’s obligations under applicable occupational health and safety laws.
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.
California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.
Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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