Warehouse Forklift Operator - 2nd shift
About The Position
Cumberland Dairy is hiring fast-paced and motivated Warehouse Forklift Operators to handle finished products safely and efficiently. The role involves operating a forklift; picking, pulling, and building orders; palletizing products; loading and unloading; staging upcoming outbound orders; and maintaining product storage and rotation. Operators communicate effectively with team members and follow GMP and SOP rules and regulations. The position is scheduled Sunday through Thursday on second shift, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The starting rate is $20 per hour. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and in temperatures maintained at 35–40 degrees Fahrenheit. The job requires standing, walking, pulling, pushing, reaching, and bending for virtually the entire shift, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with the capability to lift up to 80 pounds and assist others when needed. Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals is possible.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- At least six months of forklift operating experience in a high-efficiency environment.
- Forklift operator certification.
- Pass a written and driving forklift skills test.
- Pass pre-employment drug, background, and criminal screenings.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, pull, push, reach, and bend virtually the entire shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with capability to lift up to 80 pounds, and assist others when lifting is necessary.
- Ability to work in an environment maintained at 35–40 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate a forklift.
- Pick, pull, and build orders.
- Palletize products.
- Load and unload products.
- Stage upcoming outbound orders.
- Maintain product storage and rotation.
- Handle finished products safely and efficiently.
- Communicate effectively with team members.
- Follow GMP and SOP rules and regulations.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities and promotion from within
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Service recognition and employee appreciation events
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work for dairy farm families
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
