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Hilo Operator/Truck loader
Employment Type:
Contract to Perm
Job Number: 54767898
Pay Rate: $18.00 / hour
Job Description
Sit-Down Hi-Lo Operator / Yard Driver / Truck Loader
Location: Livonia, MI
Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday–Friday, with possible overtime)
Cardinal Staffing is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Sit-Down Hi-Lo Operator / Yard Driver / Truck Loader to support daily yard and warehouse operations at our Livonia facility. This role is responsible for operating a sit-down forklift (hi-lo), transporting materials throughout the facility and yard, and loading/unloading trucks safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has prior forklift experience and is comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor industrial environments.
Essential Responsibilities
At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support
Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions
In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment‑related evaluations.
AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.
Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
Location: Livonia, MI
Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday–Friday, with possible overtime)
Cardinal Staffing is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Sit-Down Hi-Lo Operator / Yard Driver / Truck Loader to support daily yard and warehouse operations at our Livonia facility. This role is responsible for operating a sit-down forklift (hi-lo), transporting materials throughout the facility and yard, and loading/unloading trucks safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has prior forklift experience and is comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor industrial environments.
Essential Responsibilities
- Operate a sit-down hi-lo (forklift) in a safe and efficient manner
- Load and unload flatbeds, trailers, and delivery trucks
- Move raw materials and finished goods throughout the warehouse and yard
- Stage materials for production and shipment
- Verify quantities and materials against shipping documentation
- Secure loads properly to prevent damage during transport
- Perform daily forklift inspections and report maintenance concerns
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and loading area
- Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety procedures
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous sit-down forklift (hi-lo) experience required
- Valid driver’s license required (CDL not required unless specified)
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently
- Strong attention to safety and detail
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Industrial warehouse and outdoor yard setting
- Exposure to heavy equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures
- Required use of PPE including steel-toe boots, safety vest, and safety glasses
At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support
Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions
In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment‑related evaluations.
AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.
Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
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