1st-Shift Forklift Operator — Reliable, Fast-Paced Warehouse

Distro; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Packaging Inc. is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for 1st shift in Fond du Lac, WI. You will operate a sit-down forklift to move components, load trucks, and manage inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of forklift experience (3+ years preferred), high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Certification is provided in-house and safety-conscious workers are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of forklift experience; starting at $18–$19/hr
• 3+ years of experience (preferred); up to $20–$24/hr
• Sit-down forklift experience required — equipment you'll be on
• No prior certification required — in-house certification provided
• Manufacturing or warehouse environment experience is a strong plus
• Strong communication skills and a self-starter attitude
• Solid attendance history — team counts on you
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-noise environment
• High school diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to pull components from warehouse racks and stage them for production
• Return components from production back into warehouse racks to keep inventory accurate
• Load and unload freight to and from trucks — safely and on time
• Conduct cycle counts and month-end inventories as requested
• Check in parts and components received from suppliers
• Wrap and band outgoing product for shipment
• Bring pallets in from outside storage
• Empty garbage bins and keep all areas clean and organized
• Support the Warehouse Manager, Production Manager, and line leaders — whatever the floor needs

Skills

Forklift experience

Sit-down forklift

Communication skills

Self-starter

Attendance reliability

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Quality Packaging Inc. is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for 1st shift in Fond du Lac, WI. You will operate a sit-down forklift to move components, load trucks, and manage inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of forklift experience (3+ years preferred), high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Certification is provided in-house and safety-conscious workers are encouraged to apply.