Forklift Operator I

Ecolab • Martinsburg, WV

20h • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Associate I to join our team in Martinsburg, WV. As a Logistics Associate I, you’ll help deliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You’ll play a key role in supporting shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse operations. You’ll ensure customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced setting while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. How You’ll Make an Impact: Pick customer orders using a scanner or tablet and stack them onto pallets Stage and label completed orders accurately for shipment Operate material handling equipment such as manual and electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, and propane lifts Verify product quantities, labeling, and packaging quality against packing lists and SAP records Inspect packaging and contents for damage or quality issues Coordinate with customer service, production, and packaging teams to ensure order accuracy and timely fulfillment Assemble shipping boxes, prepare labels, and manage packaging induction Load trailers with packed boxes and pallets for outbound shipments Identify and report quantity discrepancies to the Supervisor or Lead Maintain a clean and organized picking area using 5S principles Support inventory control by updating databases and participating in cycle counts Ensure the freight sorting area is organized and follows established stocking guidelines Follow all warehouse safety procedures and policies Perform additional duties as assigned to support logistics and warehouse operations Position Details: Plant Location: 942 Baker Road, Martinsburg WV Work Week & Shift: 2nd Shift Monday to Friday, 2:00PM-10:00PM Compensation Offered: $21.80 ph with some OT What’s Unique About This Role: Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab’s mission to protect public health and the environment Gain hands-on experience with logistics systems and warehouse operations Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of previous plant or warehouse experience
• 1 year experience using Raymond-Brand stand-up forklifts
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication and time management skills
• Experience working independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Pick customer orders using a scanner or tablet and stack them onto pallets
• Stage and label completed orders accurately for shipment
• Operate material handling equipment such as manual and electric pallet jacks, reach trucks, and propane lifts
• Verify product quantities, labeling, and packaging quality against packing lists and SAP records
• Inspect packaging and contents for damage or quality issues
• Coordinate with customer service, production, and packaging teams to ensure order accuracy and timely fulfillment
• Assemble shipping boxes, prepare labels, and manage packaging induction
• Load trailers with packed boxes and pallets for outbound shipments
• Identify and report quantity discrepancies to the Supervisor or Lead
• Maintain a clean and organized picking area using 5S principles
• Support inventory control by updating databases and participating in cycle counts
• Ensure the freight sorting area is organized and follows established stocking guidelines
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support logistics and warehouse operations

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• matching 401K
• company-paid pension
• stock purchase plan
• paid parental leave
• select discounted childcare resources
• life insurance
• accident insurance
• critical illness insurance
• hospital indemnity insurance
• auto insurance
• home insurance
• pet insurance
• identity theft protection
• short-term and long-term disability
• retirement health care benefits
• short-term incentives
• vacation (12 days)
• holidays
• employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
• discount on day care services and caregiver services
• adoption assistance
• group legal services
• employee assistance program
• employee discount program
• education assistance program
• on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED