Forklift Operator M-F 7am-3:30pm

Saddle Creek • Walton, KY

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About The Position

Forklift Operators load, unload, sort, stage, and transport products into and out of a warehouse. They work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision, while following company safety policies and procedures. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The work takes place in a warehouse that may not be temperature controlled, so indoor temperatures can fluctuate with the seasons. Operators must be able to move or lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically exerting warehouse tasks. Overtime and schedule adjustments may be required.

Saddle Creek describes its workplace as diverse, friendly, respectful, and family-oriented, and highlights opportunities for associates to enhance their skills and build careers. The company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 1 year of forklift operating experience.
• Ability to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically exerting tasks in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.
• Ability to work overtime and adjust the schedule as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with RF equipment.
• Warehouse experience in a high-volume environment; food-grade or refrigerated warehouse experience is helpful.
• Familiarity with and ability to use order management systems such as WMS.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently in accordance with company or site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Load and unload trailers, railcars, and transports, moving products to designated areas.
• Check inbound and outbound products to verify items and quantities and identify damage.
• Use handheld scanners and equipment to comply with the warehouse management system.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Help keep the facility clean, neat, and orderly.
• Perform additional duties assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed