Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Job Title: Forklift OperatorLocation: Jackson, MNCompensation: $18.00 per hour - paid weeklySchedule: 1st Shift | 6:00am-2:30pm | Monday-ThursdayJob Type: Temporary or Temp-to-hire About the OpportunityDoherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Forklift Operators for a leading agriculture company located in Jackson, MN. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and want reliable hours with weekly pay, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information! What You'll Do as the Forklift Operator: Perform general plant and field operationsSupport seed field activities, including planting, maintenance, and harvestingCarry out harvest processes (sorting, drying, shelling, preparation)Assist with conditioning tasks (sizing, bagging, palletizing, gravity operations)Follow quality and safety standards (ISO work instructions and quality plans)Perform warehouse operations, including forklift use and sample collectionComplete general maintenance and repair tasksHelp coordinate field operations and support workflow/scheduling activitiesWork overtime or weekends during peak seasonsWhat You Need to Bring to the Forklift Operator Role: High school diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate degree (agriculture-focused) preferred1+ years of related or on-the-job experienceValid driver's license required (CDL may be needed later)Knowledge of agriculture and plant operations preferredFamiliarity with field equipmentStrong communication and teamwork skillsBasic computer skillsAbility to lift up to 60 pounds and perform repetitive tasks with or without reasonable accommodationsComfortable working indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditionsAbility to stand, sit, climb, and work at heights for extended periodsFlexibility to work across fields, plant, and warehouse environments #WEjobhuntWhy You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing SolutionsEnjoy weekly pay , access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business , we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer , welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to Apply?Click "Apply Now" to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. For questions or additional details about the Forklift Operator roles, please contact our Jackson jobs office directly at (507) 847-3604. Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.