FORKLIFT OPERATOR (8:00am-4:30pm)

Lifeway Foods Inc • Niles, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable Kefir, the company also produces cheese, drinkable yogurt, and a ProBugs line of Kefir for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.

Job Summary: The Forklift Operator safely transports full and partial pallets within the warehouse using the Order Pickers. Also assists in other areas of the warehouse including but not limited to loading and unloading trucks.

Requirements

• Ability to follow instructions, read and speak English
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Minimum one year warehouse experience working on forklifts
• Must be able to operator a Sit-down Forklift and Stand-up forklift
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Strong physical endurance
• Ability to be on your feet for an 8-hour shift
• Ability to kneel and maneuver through plant equipment

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Some experience necessary

Responsibilities

• Pulls appropriate stock inventory into pallets and transports pallets utilizing forklifts to and from docks; racks and bulk storage areas per facility standards.
• Ensures the proper pallets are selected and put away in correct location.
• Assists in other areas of the warehouse as needed including loading/unloading of trucks.
• Follows proper maintenance and safety procedures to ensure safe operation, upkeep and storage of equipment.
• Moves pallets in and out of the stretch wrapper area.
• Meets or exceeds performance and productivity goals.
• Additional duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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