Forklift Operator Lead M-F 7AM-3:30PM

Saddle Creek Logistics Services • Walton, KY

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator Lead assigns and supervises warehouse personnel performing tasks such as unloading, outbound staging and loading, freight verification, and labeling. The role completes reports and records promptly, troubleshoots machine and equipment malfunctions and reports them to maintenance, and advises associates on product care, equipment use, storage, maintenance, and shipping. The lead supports warehouse functions to promote customer service, addresses safety, quality, and productivity issues, works cooperatively with other associates, and follows site and company safety policies. Additional duties may be assigned by a supervisor. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform physically exerting warehouse duties in an environment that may not be air-conditioned or heated, with indoor temperatures fluctuating by season.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree (AA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Experience working with a warehouse management system (WMS).
• Forklift certificate and/or license.

Responsibilities

• Assign warehouse personnel tasks verbally and/or in writing, including unloading, outbound staging and loading, and freight verification and labeling.
• Supervise tasks performed by warehouse personnel.
• Complete reports and records in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot machine and equipment malfunctions and report them to maintenance personnel.
• Advise associates on product care and preservation and on equipment use for handling, storing, maintaining, and shipping stock.
• Assist associates with warehouse functions to support high-quality customer service.
• Address situations where associates are not following safety, quality, or productivity procedures.
• Work cooperatively and productively with other warehouse associates.
• Follow company or site-specific safety policies and guidelines to maintain safe working conditions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and medical reimbursement.
• Employee-only medical premium of less than $10 per week, with wellness discounts.
• Health savings account (HSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Weekly 401(k) match.
• Vacation available immediately upon hire.
• Eight holidays per calendar year.
• Personal time after 90 days.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and identity theft protection.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.

What This Job Offers

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