First Shift Fork Lift Operator
Jumpstart your day in a hands-on role that keeps our operations moving as a 1st Shift Fork Lift Operator, where you’ll play a key role in safe, reliable, and high-quality material handling. This full-time opportunity runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday - Friday, reports to the Facility Manager, and may occasionally include weekends, holidays, or overtime. You’ll also enjoy a competitive benefits package, including valuable corporate-paid plans designed to support you and your future!
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Operate a lift truck to pick orders, load and unload trucks and railcars
- Perform inventory control activities to ensure accurate product records
- Serve our customers through providing accurate correspondence on inbound and outbound orders
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience operating lift truck attachments including sit down forklift, reach truck, and RF Scanning experience preferred
- Experience loading and unloading trucks and railcars using lift truck equipment
- Reliable transportation to report to scheduled shift and travel between facilities as needed
- Demonstrated accuracy in counting and completing paperwork
- Previous knowledge or a desire to learn about the product being handled
- Positive, clear, and professional communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 1 year of previous lift truck experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience working in warehouse environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 pounds
- Must be willing and able to slide, push, or pull cases up to 60 pounds
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms that are provided by the company.
BENEFITS AND TOTAL REWARDS:
- Competitive wages, including shift premiums; weekly paychecks, and opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Flexible Spending Plans available.
- Company-paid Short/Long-term Disability, Life Insurance and Employee Assistance plans.
- Company-paid Time-Off (PTO), and Holiday Pay.
- Retirement 401(k) Plan with Discretionary Employer Match, and Profit Sharing.
- Referral Bonus, Wellness Programs, Clothing Allowance/Uniforms, Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement.