Warehouse Forklift Operator (La Vista, NE) Full-time + Benefits (Weekdays), 2nd Shift - $17.50 + $1.50 (2nd Shift Pay)

Scholastic Book Fairs•La Vista, NE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Scholastic is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator to transport products to and from inventory storage locations using powered equipment. The role requires safe and proficient equipment operation, accurate inventory handling, and meeting production and quality standards. The schedule is seasonal and full-time, weekdays from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Pay is $17.50 per hour plus a $1.50 second-shift premium. The role is based in La Vista, Nebraska. Scholastic Book Fairs partners with schools nationwide to host more than 100,000 book fair events each year, providing more than 35 million students and their families access to affordable educational products. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that employment decisions are made without discrimination on the listed protected grounds.

Requirements

For external candidates, at least 1 year of power-equipment operation experience is required.
Must be trained and licensed to operate power equipment and satisfactorily complete a forklift training program.
Must be able to demonstrate basic product-scanner proficiency, such as ordering replenishment, with minimal errors.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to work as a team player and get along with co-workers.
Good verbal and written communication skills, basic math skills, and ability to read English-language documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must meet physical requirements, including occasionally lifting boxes weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis; standing, reaching above and below the shoulders, squatting, bending, and kneeling as needed; and using hands and arms to handle objects.
Must be able to tolerate working in a non-air-conditioned environment.
Must complete required training and become certified to operate assigned powered industrial equipment, and maintain certification.
Must pass the initial drug screen and any future random drug screens.
Must correctly wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate battery-operated and/or gas-powered equipment, other than motorized pallet jacks, to transport products to and from inventory storage locations. Equipment may include forklifts, stock pickers, Wave Work-Assist vehicles, sit-down and stand-up counterbalanced trucks, and reach trucks.
Follow power-equipment rules and regulations, including OSHA policies, facility safety rules, and requirements for personal protective equipment.
Perform scanner functions required for the position, including cycle counts, replenishment, item inquiry, and inventory put-away.
Stack products safely and neatly when moving or storing them, and maintain accurate inventory movement.
Inspect equipment and perform or assist with maintenance as required; promptly report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or injuries.
Handle merchandise carefully to avoid damage, bending, or tearing.
Participate in physical inventory and Customer Appreciation Warehouse Sale events.
Meet minimum production, accuracy, and quality standards consistently.
When necessary, help process returned book fairs by unpacking cases, boxes, and displays containing book and non-book products, following company procedures and standards.
When necessary, assist with picking and packing customer reorders.
Keep the work area neat, clean, safe, and organized.
Work individually and with co-workers on seasonal inventory production-line resets.
When applicable, assist with truck loading and unloading, with or without mechanical devices.
Use warehouse equipment and tools properly to support productivity, efficiency, and safety.
Use proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects.
Complete Labor Data Collection Cards accurately and on time according to company standards.
Maintain attendance and punctuality according to the assigned schedule and company standards.
Maintain courteous and positive relationships with co-workers and customers.
Comply with the drug- and alcohol-free policy.
Perform additional duties as assigned.