Forklift Operator

Bunzl; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

Job summary

Bunzl Grand Rapids is seeking a Forklift Operator to receive, stock, pick, pack, and ship warehouse orders. You will operate a forklift, manage stock, and keep the workspace safe and organized.

Shift is 1st, 6:00am-3:30pm; pay is $17 per hour with weekly pay; OT may be required. Candidates must be able to lift 40–50 lbs and understand English; OSHA certifications may be required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency on powered industrial vehicle (PIV) equipment used in warehouse operations.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (40–50 lbs) with or without accommodation.
• Overtime may be required on short notice.
• Ability to understand written English without translation assistance.
• Previous equipment operation experience required.
• Obtain OSHA certifications upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Select customer orders from shelves, place onto pallet, and load onto trailer.
• Operate an industrial forklift safely and responsibly.
• Retrieve and stack product; use appropriate equipment.
• Utilize onboard computer and wireless RF system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist other warehouse workers as requested by the Warehouse Manager or supervisor.

Skills

PIV equipment operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

OSHA certifications

Tools

Forklift

Job description

BRS - Grand Rapids MI
Grand Rapids, MI 49508, USA

Description

The Forklift Operator will perform a variety of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse.

1st Shift: 6:00am-3:30pm

$17.00/hr | Weekly Pay!

Responsibilities:

• Select customer orders from shelves, place onto pallet, and load onto trailer
• Must operate an industrial forklift in a safe and responsible manner
• Must be able to retrieve and stack product safety use appropriate equipment
• Utilize an on-board computer and wireless radio frequency system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist other warehouse workers in completing tasks as requested by the Warehouse Manager or immediate supervisor.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated and proven track record of proficiency on all powered industrial vehicle (PIV) equipment operated in the warehouse.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (occasionally between 40-50 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation for an entire shift.
• Overtime is required based on business demands, sometimes on short notice
• Ability to understand written English without the assistance of translation software
• Previous equipment operation experience required
• Obtain all necessary certifications required by OSHA upon hire
• Must be dependable and a team player
• Strong attention to detail

Get Paid When You Need It!

• Access to a portion of your earned wages before payday
• Convenient pay card option - no bank account required
• Take control of your finances with flexible pay access

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.

Bunzl North America is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career - - Our Future!

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

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