Forklift Operator - 2nd shift (Stand-Up & Sit-Down Experience Required)

PAC Worldwide•Middletown, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate I operates a forklift to move, put away, relocate, and stack products safely, efficiently, and accurately. The role supports warehouse operations involving raw materials and finished goods, inventory accuracy, and maintaining an orderly work area. The position is based in Middletown, Ohio, and is assigned to the second shift, which includes a $1.10 shift premium. Pay starts at $18.50 per hour and may be higher based on relevant experience. The associate works with supervisors, leads, coworkers, and outside services in a professional manner. They must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment, prioritize tasks, and may be asked to train in other areas of the plant. Overtime may be required on short notice, including weekends, evenings, or holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous forklift experience; one year of experience is preferred.
Satisfactory completion of the internal forklift training program.
Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations.
Attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to train in other areas of the plant.
Availability to work overtime on short notice, which may include weekends, evenings, or holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent sitting, walking, and standing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Experience with both stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift to move, put away, relocate, and stack products safely, efficiently, and accurately.
Perform warehouse work such as order selecting, picking, product storage, and product staging.
Work with racking systems and load or unload pallets, stacking products vertically to maximize storage.
Collaborate with the team and participate in joint problem-solving.
Follow safety policies and procedures, including forklift safety rules, use of the horn, and proper operating speeds.
Read production work orders, customer orders, and purchase orders to identify items to move or pick.
Follow directions from supervisors and leads; prioritize tasks and demonstrate urgency.
Receive raw materials using the ERP system, validate receipts against packing slips, label each skid, and put materials away in storage locations.
Rotate stock according to FIFO procedures.
Combine, count, and properly mark partial items.
Maintain inventory accuracy through proper put-away, storage, and handling of finished goods and raw materials.
Maintain a clean and organized warehouse.
Perform other duties as assigned.