Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate - D shift (NIGHTS) - Lenexa, KS

The Hershey Company • Lenexa, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dot’s Pretzels is seeking a Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate for its Lenexa, Kansas location. The role moves materials and ensures that materials entering and leaving the building are accurately accounted for. The associate supports production, prepares and loads freight orders, receives and stores incoming materials, manages inventory, and maintains an orderly warehouse while following food-production and workplace safety requirements.

This position works 12-hour overnight shifts on D shift, from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m. The schedule alternates between Wednesday–Saturday one week and Thursday–Saturday the next; the final schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during the interview. Starting pay is $21.65 per hour, with a $2-per-hour overnight shift differential, overtime potential, and eligibility for up to a $1-per-hour pay increase after six months of good-standing employment.

The company describes its culture as relationship- and teamwork-oriented and notes that Dot’s Pretzels is part of the Hershey brand. Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization without company sponsorship. A post-offer background check and drug screen are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified forklift operator required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand for an entire shift.
• Ability to work in a food-production and warehouse environment that may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid work authorization and ability to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Ability to work independently and with other personnel and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide production with the materials needed for daily operations.
• Select the correct products from inventory and use the correct packaging materials.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Prepare product orders to meet pickup demands.
• Physically prepare and load freight orders for pickup.
• Document receipts of incoming materials and verify packing slips for accuracy.
• Ensure products entering or leaving the building meet quality standards.
• Coordinate with Plant Operations and Shipping to meet order timelines.
• Receive incoming orders and store materials in racking.
• Organize warehouse material storage and prevent clutter.
• Prepare and organize for the next day’s orders and production.
• Reconcile inventory daily and maintain physical tracking of inventory.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Follow FDA health and OSHA safety regulations and all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in production areas as needed.
• Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion.
• Maintain professional conduct and positive working relationships with peers, management, support resources, customers, and the community.
• Seek and participate in available company-sponsored training to develop knowledge and skills.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Referral bonus of $500 when eligible.
• $2-per-hour overnight shift differential.
• Potential for overtime.
• Eligibility for up to a $1-per-hour pay increase after six months of good-standing employment.

What This Job Offers

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