Forklift Operator I
About The Position
The Forklift Operator I works in a food manufacturing warehouse environment, safely receiving, storing, picking, staging, and transporting palletized products. The role supports trailer loading and distribution, maintains accurate material flow and inventory, and follows OSHA, company safety standards, and Good Warehouse Practices. This is a full-time position with opportunities for advancement. The shift is 2nd shift, B Crew: Sunday through Tuesday and every other Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., in Low Bay/ASRS. Starting pay is $19.75 per hour, with an additional $2.00 shift differential for hours worked from 3 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- 0 to 1 year of related experience.
- Ability to operate clean-up brooms, plastic compactors, forklifts, and carts.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required forklift certification or license, and/or satisfactorily complete cart driver training.
- Ability to enter product and movement data into terminals daily.
- Ability to work in cold or freezing temperatures of 30 degrees.
- Ability to understand and use a WMS (Warehouse Management System), and eventually understand and use SAP (Systems Applications Products in Data Processing).
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts and lift equipment to receive, store, and transport palletized products in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
- Pick and stage pallets from storage racks to designated Forward Pick (FWP) areas to support timely trailer loading and distribution.
- Complete material movements accurately and within established timeframes to maintain smooth product flow.
- Perform regular equipment checks and promptly report malfunctions or safety issues to supervisors.
- Assist with periodic inventory counts and maintain organized storage areas in accordance with Good Warehouse Practices (GWP).
Benefits
- Weekly Friday pay.
- Earn up to 2 weeks of paid time off in the first year.
- 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year.
- Comprehensive benefit package including 3 health plans, 2 dental plans, and 2 vision plans.
- Immediately vesting 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
- Short- and long-term disability plans.
- Company-paid financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
