Day Shift Forklift Operator - No Weekends!

Cash-Wa Distributing in; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for forklift positions in a dynamic warehouse environment. This role offers a Monday-Friday schedule, ensuring work-life balance with weekends off. With competitive wages starting at $17 for day shifts and $18 for perishable products, employees can expect frequent pay increases and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and PTO. Join a family-owned company that values innovation and strong relationships in the workplace. If you’re looking for a physically active role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Discounted product rates

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k plan eligibility

Company-paid life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Basic math and reading skills are required.
• Experience with forklift operation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Transport products using a stand-up forklift.
• Replenish lower shelves and ensure proper food rotation.

Skills

Basic math skills

Reading skills

Forklift operation

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Forklift Position in a Fast-Paced Warehouse Environment

If you are seeking a forklift role in a dynamic environment that keeps you physically active, this opportunity might be perfect for you! We are currently hiring for our Dry Warehouse. The shift begins at 7am, offering a Monday-Friday schedule so you can enjoy your weekends, along with a comprehensive benefits package including nearly free medical insurance.

Below are details about the forklift position, as well as information on other warehouse opportunities we offer:

Note: Temperatures in the Dry Warehouse range from 40-80°F depending on the season. Perishable Warehouse temperatures are 29-53°F in the cooler, and -10 to 0°F in the freezer.

Basic math and reading skills are required for all positions.

Stocker with Forklift (Dry or Perishable Warehouse)

Responsibilities include transporting products delivered by pallet to designated locations using a stand-up forklift. You will need to be observant of order selectors working efficiently and work around them. Stockers are also tasked with replenishing lower shelves, ensuring proper food rotation for safety, and pulling full pallets from higher shelves to floor level for pickers. The typical product weight ranges from 10-50 lbs, with occasional items up to 100 lbs.

• Dry Night shift: Starts at 5pm; wage begins at $18 with frequent increases within the first 90 days and semi-regular increases over the next 18 months.
• Perishable Night shift: Starts at 5pm; wage begins at $19 with similar increase opportunities.
• Dry Day shift: Starts at 7am; wage begins at $17 with similar increase opportunities.
• Perishable Day shift: Starts at 7am; wage begins at $18 with similar increase opportunities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs

Benefits Timeline

• Immediate: Paid holidays
• 30 days: Discounted product rates
• 60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance eligibility; 2 PTO days; company-paid life insurance
• 90 days: Eligibility to contribute to 401k plan
• 180 days: 2 PTO days
• 1 year: 401k match, 8 PTO days, company-paid Short-Term Disability

Cash-Wa Distributing is a stable, financially sound, family-owned company and one of the Midwest's largest private food service distributors. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships and fostering an innovative, supportive, and values-driven workplace. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to consider a career with us.