Forklift Operator

NewCold; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

NewCold is seeking a Forklift Operator in Indianapolis, Indiana to support our automated cold storage facility. You will move products, palletize orders, and ensure accuracy in packing and shipping while maintaining safety protocols.

The role emphasizes operating forklifts, inspecting equipment, and following company safety programs in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking team driving innovative cold storage solutions.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience preferred but not required.
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move customer products.
• Organize and palletize product to build customer orders.
• Pull, pack, and ship orders accurately using standup lifts.
• Inspect forklifts and equipment daily, prior to operation.
• Maintain regular attendance and a high level of performance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Forklift Operator

Build thefuture of food

Join the team transforming food logistics. Be part of a dynamic andfast-growing global company. Find your future with NewCold.

Competitive compensation & career growth

We value our people and their families. Expect generous pay and opportunities to advance. In a fast-scaling company like NewCold, your career can grow in multiple directions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your skills, NewCold has the path for you.

Culture of collaboration & innovation

Our most important asset is our diverse team. We collaborate, problem-solve, and innovate together to keep the world’s food fresh and safe. At NewCold, we foster an environment where your ideas are heard, and we rely on every individual to shape the future of our operations.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking talent across all levels—whether you’re a forklift driver,data engineer, or technician, there’s a place for you at NewCold.

Your role as a Forklift Operator

Key responsibilities:

Newcold Advanced Cold Logistics is a dynamic leader in temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution, renowned for its innovative systems, energy efficiency, and high productivity standards. The company partners with major food industry players to revolutionize cold storage solutions through cutting-edge automation and comprehensive project execution.

Come be a part of Team NewCold! An automated Cold Storage facility. We are currently looking for Order Pickers. As an order picker, you are ensuring that our customers product orders are picked, stacked, wrapped, tagged and shipped as they have requested, via truck or rail. In this role you will ensure that the NewCold Safety program is followed.

What you will be doing:

• Operate in a manner where SAFETY and ENVIRONMENT are the highest importance.
• Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders
• Re-casing, order picking, replenishing, wrapping, & labeling orders per customers KPI.
• Pull, pack, and ship orders consistently and accurately using standup lifts.
• Lift cases—cases weigh an average of 35 pounds, 50 pounds on the high end.
• Stacking pallets or materials in the correct manner, following inventory control instructions.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
• Wearing all NewCold and OSHA mandated personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of company safety programs.
• Operate Forklift to move customer products
• Inspect Forklifts/ Equipment daily, prior to operation.
• Complete all applicable documentation and recordkeeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Forklift experience preferred but not required
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to work in the -5 degrees temperatures for hours at a time.
• Able to repeatedly lift customer products weighing up to 50 lbs. each. Safely manipulating product from overhead and floor level and placing on pallet at floor level and overhead.
• Able repeatedly to hand wrap pallets using provided tools moving from floor level to overhead.
• Ability to work multiple shifts from 8-10 hours, sometimes standing for several hours at a time.
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in cold storage logistics! Your skills will help us deliver outstanding service while ensuring a safe, efficient working environment for all team members.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Who we are looking for

We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive incollaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Be part of the future

At NewCold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Ourwarehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturerswith retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who arededicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics andcutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times—we’repioneering smarter, more sustainable operations.

Ready to make an impact?

Ourgoal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient,innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter startsat NewCold.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Forklift Operator and help continueour successful growth?

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in cold storage logistics! Your skills will help us deliver outstanding service while ensuring a safe, efficient working environment for all team members.