Warehouse Associate (Forklift Driver) | 2nd Shift | KanPak | Arkansas City, KS

Quality Custom Distribution • Arkansas City, KS

63d • Onsite

About The Position

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Driver Welcome to KanPak - Your Partner in Innovation, Flavor, and Opportunity! At KanPak, we don't just make beverages, yogurts, and desserts - we craft solutions that delight customers around the world. As a global leader in aseptic manufacturing, we combine advanced technology with a passion for quality to deliver products that stay fresh without refrigeration for up to 12 months. From coffee beverages, creamers to yogurt, frozen treats, and specialty drinks, we offer a wide range of products designed to meet evolving consumer needs. Our cutting-edge facilities and customer-first mindset are what truly set us apart - and we're proud of the people who make it happen. If you're looking to grow your career with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, you've come to the right place. Join us at KanPak - where your work helps create the future of food and beverage. We are seeking an energetic, skilled Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator in Arkansas City, KS. SHIFT: 2nd Shift -2pm-10pm We operate 24 / 7, 7 days per week. This opportunity will require flexibility to work weekends and overtime. Job Summary Our Forklift Drivers receive, select, store and load products and/or materials. Safely operate all material handling equipment. Accurately complete all associated paper work and maintain clean work area consistent with company standards. BENEFITS At KanPak, a golden state foods company, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being, and will support you with the following: Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement. Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiences

Requirements

• High School / GED required
• 1-2 years' experience or equivalent employment preferred
• Specialized training in forklift operations (6months to a 1yr experience).

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the warehouse supervisor, continuously picks, lifts, carries and places product into a pallet to accurately build customer orders in various temperature environments.
• Moves product into a trailer or storage unit, is responsible for visually inspecting incoming and outgoing warehouse products to determine acceptability for shipment and/or receiving of product.
• Reads labels and or printing on product containers and associated documents.
• Counts and calculates quantity of product to verify accuracy of shipment.
• Must be able to consistently meet company safety, accuracy and productivity standards.
• Steps into the driving position and uses full range of peripheral vision to operate a forklift or pallet jack in an accident free manner.
• Uses brooms, mops and other cleaning materials (including solvents and soaps) to clean work area.
• Completes any other functions that may be assigned.
• Lifts, carries and picks product
• Reads labels and associated documents and counts and calculates using math
• Inspects incoming and outgoing product
• Operates forklift sit down and standup
• Cleans work area
• Completes any other function that may be assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan
• Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees