Forklift Operator

Bunzl Distribution NA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K with generous company match

Access to earned wages before payday

Job summary

Bunzl Distribution NA is looking for a Forklift Operator in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The role involves selecting and preparing customer orders, safely operating forklifts, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Ideal candidates will possess a strong track record of operating warehouse equipment, be dependable team players, and demonstrate attention to detail. Benefits start after 30 days and include medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan with a company match.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of operating powered industrial vehicle (PIV) equipment safely.
• Must understand written English without translation software.
• Must obtain necessary OSHA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Select customer orders and load onto trailers.
• Safely operate an industrial forklift.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist warehouse colleagues as needed.

Skills

Proficiency on powered industrial vehicle (PIV) equipment

Ability to lift 40-50 lbs.

Attention to detail

Dependability

Job 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 safely using 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

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities