Our client, a leading agricultural company, is seeking a Fork Lift Operator to join their team. As a Fork Lift Operator, you will be part of the Production/Packaging operation supporting warehouse and shipping activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong safety mindset, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and the focus to maintain accurate inventory movement using WMS.
Job Title: Fork Lift Operator
Location: Switz City, IN
Pay Range: up to $25
Shift: all 3
What's the Job?
- Operate a sitting forklift safely to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, and move products, equipment, and materials in the warehouse area.
- Complete professional, accident-free forklift operation while performing and maintaining accurate forklift inspections.
- Use the WMS system to continuously track the location of goods during material handling and ensure precise data entry.
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, including 5S duties and general housekeeping.
- During seed delivery and return season, support proper loading and unloading of transport vehicles with quality packages to meet customer expectations.
What's Needed?
- Ability to read and write in English; must be able to read and speak English fluently.
- Forklift experience is preferred (sitting forklift); Corteva training will be provided.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, use stairs, and work standing on concrete for extended periods.
- Ability to operate computer/WMS technology and communicate clearly with a team or independently.
- Must be able to pass both drug and background screens; reliable transportation is required to work on-site.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work in a safe, fast-paced production environment with trusted agricultural brands.
- Training provided for forklift operations and WMS use.
- Regular schedule with 36–48 hours per week and 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week (2 days off together, varies by employee).
- Monthly attendance bonus opportunity for perfect attendance during the posting period.
- Support for long-term stability through a structured onboarding process (minimum of 3 in the class; cannot miss one day of onboarding).
Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k)