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

Scholastic•La Vista, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Scholastic Book Fairs is hiring a seasonal Warehouse Forklift Operator. The role operates powered equipment to move products to and from inventory storage locations and supports warehouse operations, including inventory activities, returned book fair processing, customer reorders, and occasional truck loading and unloading. Associates must meet productivity, accuracy, and quality standards while following safety procedures and handling merchandise carefully. The position is scheduled weekdays from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Hourly pay is $17.50, plus a $1.50 second-shift premium. The position is full-time seasonal and includes benefits.

Requirements

Must be trained and licensed to operate power equipment.
For non-internal promotions, at least 1 year of power equipment operation experience is required.
Must satisfactorily complete a forklift training program.
Ability to use product scanners, including ordering replenishment, with minimal errors.
Ability to work well with co-workers as a team player.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills and ability to read English-language safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to complete required training and become certified to operate assigned powered industrial equipment, and maintain certification.
Must pass the initial drug screen and participate in and pass future random drug screens.
Ability to correctly wear required personal protective equipment.
Must maintain attendance and punctuality as required by the work schedule and company standards.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate battery-operated and/or gas-powered warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stock pickers, Wave Work-Assist vehicles, counterbalanced trucks, and reach trucks, to move products within the facility.
Follow power equipment rules, OSHA requirements, facility safety rules, and required personal protective equipment procedures.
Perform scanner functions such as cycle counts, replenishment, item inquiries, and inventory put-away.
Stack and store products safely and neatly, and maintain accurate inventory movement.
Inspect equipment, perform or assist with maintenance as required, and report unsafe conditions or damaged equipment.
Handle merchandise carefully to prevent damage.
Participate in physical inventory and Customer Appreciation Warehouse Sale events.
Meet production, accuracy, and quality standards.
Assist with processing returned book fairs, including unpacking cases, boxes, displays, and products, when necessary.
Assist with picking and packing customer reorders when necessary.
Keep the work area neat, clean, safe, and organized.
Participate in seasonal inventory production-line resets individually and with co-workers.
Assist with truck loading and unloading when applicable, with or without mechanical devices.
Use warehouse equipment and tools properly to support productivity, efficiency, and safety; immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment damage, or injuries.
Use proper techniques to lift, pack, and handle heavy objects.
Complete Labor Data Collection Cards accurately and on time.
Maintain attendance and punctuality according to the assigned schedule and company standards.
Maintain courteous, positive relationships with co-workers and customers.
Comply with the drug- and alcohol-free policy.
Perform additional duties as assigned.