Forklift Operator

Automation Displays; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing / 401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Paid time off - 3 weeks start accruing

Free coffee

Annual awards

Clean and quiet environment

Job summary

Automation Displays in Eau Claire, WI is hiring a Packager/Forklift Operator to package, label, and stage finished goods while supporting efficient material flow through the facility. You will operate forklifts, verify quantities and labels, and prepare shipments per customer specs, while maintaining 5S standards and accurate inventory records.

Qualifications include prior packaging or warehouse experience, forklift operation with certification, and basic computer skills with ERP/MRP

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, packaging, or material handling experience required.
• Previous forklift operating experience required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• Basic computer and documentation skills preferred.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems, barcode scanners, or inventory systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Package finished products in accordance with customer specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Verify product quantities, part numbers, labels, and packaging requirements prior to shipment or storage.
• Prepare products for shipment by assembling cartons, crates, pallets, and protective packaging materials.
• Label, identify, and stage finished goods for shipping or storage.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport materials, inventory, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Load and unload materials, products, and shipments as required.
• Perform routine inspections of forklifts and material handling equipment and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper material handling, transactions, and documentation.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Inspect finished products and packaging for damage, quality concerns, or discrepancies.
• Identify and report quality, inventory, equipment, or safety concerns to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment consistent with 5S principles.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Support cross-training activities and assist in other operational areas as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and material flow.
• Collaborate with Production, Shipping, Inventory, and Operations teams to support customer requirements.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Packaging experience

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Barcode scanners

Inventory systems

Forklift certification

Basic computer skills

Job description

Automation Displays, Inc. is growing and looking to hire dynamic team members!

Position Summary

The Packager/Forklift Operator is responsible for packaging, labeling, staging, and moving finished goods, materials, and inventory throughout the manufacturing facility. This position ensures products are packaged accurately, safely, and in accordance with customer specifications while supporting efficient material flow throughout the operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Package finished products in accordance with customer specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.

• Verify product quantities, part numbers, labels, and packaging requirements prior to shipment or storage.

• Prepare products for shipment by assembling cartons, crates, pallets, and protective packaging materials.

• Label, identify, and stage finished goods for shipping or storage.

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport materials, inventory, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Load and unload materials, products, and shipments as required.
• Perform routine inspections of forklifts and material handling equipment and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper material handling, transactions, and documentation.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.

• Inspect finished products and packaging for damage, quality concerns, or discrepancies.

• Identify and report quality, inventory, equipment, or safety concerns to leadership.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment consistent with 5S principles.

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

• Support cross-training activities and assist in other operational areas as needed.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and material flow.

• Collaborate with Production, Shipping, Inventory, and Operations teams to support customer requirements.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, packaging, or material handling experience required.

• Previous forklift operating experience required.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• Basic computer and documentation skills preferred.

• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems, barcode scanners, or inventory systems preferred.

About The Team:

We have Musicians, Movie Buffs, Sports Players, Runners, Video Game Heroes, Road Bikers, Mountain Bikers, Skiers / Boarders, and every other variety of people. We have Family people, Single people, and Happy people. You will find a friend here and we hope you bring along a friend too!

Benefits:

• Profit sharing gift /401(k)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance
• Paid time off - 3 weeks start accruing day one
• Free coffee and Filtered Water
• Annual Awards and Celebrations
• Clean and Quiet Environment! And More!

Schedule: M-F from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Beyond the exciting work, you'll find a welcoming culture built on teamwork, continuous learning, and a shared appreciation for tasty treats!