2nd Shift Forklift Operator

Saddle Creek Logistics Services; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package including medical, d…

HSA with employer contribution

401(k) matching

Vacation package on hire

Holidays

Personal time after 90 days

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Saddle Creek Logistics Services in Walton, KY is seeking a Forklift Operator to load/unload and move freight within a fast-paced warehouse. You will operate a forklift safely, use scanners, and cooperate with teammates to meet daily shipping goals.

Requirements include at least 1 year forklift experience, ability to lift 50 pounds, and willingness to work overtime. We offer weekly pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a family-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically exerting tasks in a non-temperature controlled warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently in accordance with safety policies.
• Load and unload trailers, railcars, and transports to designated areas.
• Check product on inbound/outbound for accuracy and damage.
• Use handheld scanners/equipment for warehouse management system compliance.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

Job description

Why Work for Saddle Creek?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials

• Benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement

• Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts

• HSA with annual employer contribution

• Weekly 401(k) match

• Vacation immediatelyupon hire

• 8 holidays per calendar year

• Personal time after 90 days

• EAP and identity theft protection

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary estimates may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek.

Summary

Forklift Operators are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a warehouse. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position.

What You’ll Do

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, in accordance with company or site-specific safety policies and procedures.

• Load and unload trailers, railcars, and transports to designated area.

• Check product on inbound/outbound to ensure that items and quantities are correct and there is no damage.

• Use handheld scanners/equipment for warehouse management system compliance.

• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.

• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.

• Participate in keeping the facility maintained in a clean, neat, and orderly fashion.

• Additional duties assigned by supervisor.

What We Need from You

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.

• Minimum of 1 year experience operating a forklift.

• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically exerting tasks of the jobs in a warehouse environment that may be non-temperature controlled, meaning the indoor temperature fluctuates throughout each season.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.

• Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.

Helpful Experience (Not Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience with RF equipment.

• Warehouse experience in a high-volume environment; experience in a food grade, refrigerated warehouse helpful.

• Familiarity with and ability to use order management systems such as WMS.

• Forklift certified.

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affi… View the EEO poster here. View the E-Verify Posting here.

Saddle Creek is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] let us know your contact information and the nature of your request.