Forklift Operator

McLane Company, Inc.; Cottonwood (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to move product within the distribution center using stand-up forklifts. You’ll operate at heights up to 20 feet, follow safety protocols, and enter shift data into the system.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and attention to detail in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Benefits start after 60 days and include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with vacation, sick leave, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift and RF Utility is preferable but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at work level.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Organized

Teamwork oriented

Safety conscious

Detailed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Utility

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We’re dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn’t be where we are without our warehouse team. It’s why we’ve built a culture-focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

The Forklift Operator uses industrial, powered, computer-equipped standup forklifts to move materials throughout the distribution center and place product in designated areas. You will need to be comfortable working at heights of 20 feet or more at times.

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour.
• Shift begins at 8 PM
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Forklift Operator:

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Warehouse Teammate:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating a forklift and RF Utility (preferable, not required).
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.