1st Shift Forklift Operator / Warehouse Material Handler

LOUISA Food Products, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking a 1st Shift Forklift Operator/Warehouse Material Handler. This fast-paced role involves various duties in a cold storage environment, including handling products and maintaining cleanliness. The position offers a starting salary of $20.50 per hour, with potential increases and bonuses.

Benefits

Bonus Programs

Health Insurance

HSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation

Discounted Louisa Frozen Pasta Products

Qualifications

• One year of stand-up forklift experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Excellent punctuality and attendance is a must.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, handle, and ship products.
• Maintain neat and clean storage areas.
• Complete paperwork correctly.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Detail Oriented

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jacks

Deep Reach Trucks

Hand Jacks

Job description

1st Shift Forklift Operator / Warehouse Material Handler

1st Shift Forklift Operator / Warehouse Material Handler

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1st shift Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Louisa Food Products, Inc. is searching for one (1) Forklift Operator / Material Handler to work in our Warehouse for its first shift. The individual in this position will perform a variety of duties associated with food processing assembling and packaging operations. This is a very fast paced position and it is working in a cold freezer storage area. Starting salary $20.50 per hour with the ability to move to $21.75 per hour in 1 year plus semi-annual bonuses. All Material Handlers will also be eligible for semi-annual bonuses after 1 year, as well as other bonus programs.

1st shift Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Louisa Food Products, Inc. is searching for one (1) Forklift Operator / Material Handler to work in our Warehouse for its first shift. The individual in this position will perform a variety of duties associated with food processing assembling and packaging operations. This is a very fast paced position and it is working in a cold freezer storage area. Starting salary $20.50 per hour with the ability to move to $21.75 per hour in 1 year plus semi-annual bonuses. All Material Handlers will also be eligible for semi-annual bonuses after 1 year, as well as other bonus programs.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but will not be limited to:

• Receiving, storage, handling, and shipping a variety of products and ingredients.
• Supply Production Department with required materials/ingredients.
• Must maintain neat/clean storage areas where assigned.
• Job location may shift from dry goods storage to cooler to freezer storage. Must be prepared to be assigned and work in all areas of shipping/receiving/warehousing.
• It's very important to complete paperwork correctly in this position. Must be able to write and communicate in English.
• Some overtime may be required on short notice.
• It is very important for this position to be aware of teamwork.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to work with forklift, electric pallet "jacks", deep reach trucks, and hand "jacks".
• Physical functional test required. Lifting sometimes up to 80 lbs. maximum.
• Safety awareness is essential.
• Constant exposure to variable temperatures including very hot and very cold temperatures.
• Floors are wet and slippery, proper footwear must be worn.
• The plant is very noisy, company provided safety hearing plugs must be worn at all times.
  
  

COMPETENCIES

• Makes sound decisions based on supervisor guidance.
• Works in an organized manner to meet daily goals.
• Able to accept feedback and modify behavior accordingly.
• Self-motivated and continuously looking to improve.
• Responsible for work done and focused on improving.
• Clearly communicates to others and actively listens.
• Builds partnerships for teamwork.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have good basic math skills.
• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• HS Diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• One (1) year of stand-up forklift experience.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently or effectively in a team environment.
• Lifting sometimes up to 80 lbs. maximum. Post-employment physical functional test will be required.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Excellent punctuality and attendance is a must.
  
  

Great Benefits

• Bonus Programs
• Health
• HSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal Days
• Discounted Louisa Frozen Pasta Products

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food Production

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