Forklift Operator, I

Zebra Technologies•Kenosha, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role performs physical and/or administrative tasks involved in shipping, receiving, storing, distributing, and fulfilling orders for merchandise, products, materials, parts, supplies, and equipment. The operator uses a powered industrial truck to move materials within the facility and routinely works with warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklifts, and computers. The position is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and pay of $20.00 per hour. The role includes checking inbound and outbound shipments, moving and staging materials, packing outbound shipments according to site policies, and completing shipment transactions in an ERP system. The operator learns to use handheld RF scanners and a Warehouse Management System, maintains inventory accuracy, handles hazardous materials, follows safety and housekeeping practices, completes required safety training, and uses task-appropriate PPE. The position also includes evaluating and maintaining equipment and performing other assigned duties. Zebra describes a collaborative workplace focused on innovation, respect, inclusion, learning, and career development. The company states that front-line workers have an average tenure of seven years.

Requirements

Proven experience as a forklift operator in a warehouse setting or similar environment.
Proficiency operating industrial forklifts and other warehouse equipment, including stand-up reach trucks, sit-down order pickers, and pallet jacks.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Experience using RF equipment for transporting, receiving, and loading functions.
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operation.
Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required).
Certification in operating various types of forklifts, such as sit-down, stand-up, and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

Perform quality checks on inbound and outbound shipments.
Move, stack, and stage products and materials using a forklift or other powered equipment.
Stage and pack outbound shipments in accordance with site policies.
Execute ERP system transactions for inbound and outbound shipments.
Learn to use handheld RF scanners and the Warehouse Management System.
Maintain inventory accuracy.
Handle and control hazardous materials on inbound and outbound shipments.
Comply with 5S safety and housekeeping practices and applicable regulations.
Complete required safety training and follow protocol in risk situations.
Use personal protective equipment appropriate to assigned tasks.
Perform activities to evaluate and maintain equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k) with company match.
Quarterly cash incentive opportunity; the annual cash incentive target is 3% of base pay, subject to the applicable incentive plan.
Accrue 20 days of PTO per year.
Two floating holidays and paid volunteer time off.
Annual shoe allowance and free company apparel.
Additional benefits offerings may include wellness, inclusion networks, continued learning and development, community service days, insurance, parental leave, an employee assistance program, and paid time off, depending on country.
Companywide well-being day.
The company describes flexibility offerings including hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, and Focus Fridays.