Forklift Operator

CEVA Supply Chain•Whitestown, IN

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I safely operates basic powered material handling equipment, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts and electric pallet jacks, to receive, store, and fulfill orders. The role is responsible for maintaining product safety, quality, legality, and integrity while carrying out warehouse and distribution work.

Requirements

Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment, including electric pallet jacks and stand-up or sit-down forklifts.
Meet all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and coordination.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer-service-driven approach.
Strong teamwork skills.
Ability to follow policies and procedures.
Ability to read, write, and interpret information.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift.
Visual acuity sufficient to perform essential job functions.
Ability to perform physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or with equipment.
Safely transport and stack materials using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Sort and build products onto pallets to meet customer expectations.
Operate machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
Perform quality control checks to ensure transaction accuracy.
Conduct daily equipment inspections for maintenance.
Maintain accurate storage locations through daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance.
Perform other distribution work functions as needed based on business volume and operational needs.
Follow strict OSHA safety rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates, depending on location and experience.
401(k) plan with company match after one year.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Holiday pay and accrued paid time off, including vacation and PTO.
Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one.
Basic life insurance.
Basic AD&D coverage.
Supplemental life and supplemental AD&D coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability for full-time employees after 180 days of service.
Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers.
Paid bereavement leave and jury duty.