Forklift Team Lead – Take Charge in a Fast-Moving Warehouse Environment
Location: Hickory, NC
Pay: $21–$23/hr based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Are you an experienced forklift operator ready to step into a leadership role? We're looking for a Forklift Team Lead who can keep our warehouse running efficiently while inspiring and guiding a high-performing team.
What You’ll Do:Lead, coach, and motivate a team of forklift operators
Assign daily tasks to support shipping, receiving, and inventory targets
Jump in and operate forklifts as needed to meet demands
Ensure safety, accuracy, and productivity across all activities
Partner with supervisors to improve processes and solve challenges on the floor
What You Bring:Proven forklift experience with a current license/certification
Previous leadership or team lead experience in a warehouse or logistics setting
Solid understanding of warehouse operations and safety standards
Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
A hands-on leadership style with a “lead by example” mindset
Why Join Us?Full-time, stable position with growth potential
Competitive pay based on your experience
Supportive leadership and a team that values your contributions
Opportunities for ongoing training and development
Ready to Lead?
If you're a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and a recruiter will be in touch to share more about this exciting opportunity.
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.