Forklift Operator

Wynen's; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynen's in Jackson Center, OH, is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator / Material Handler to support efficient material movement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safe operation, accuracy in inventory, and collaboration with production, shipping, and maintenance teams.

Candidates should be comfortable with physical work, follow strict safety and quality procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement and sustainable operations within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and related equipment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and attention to detail.
• Comfort with physical work in warehouse/production settings.
• Basic inventory scanning and recordkeeping accuracy.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload trailers, stage raw materials, and feed production lines.
• Move finished goods to designated areas and support shipping operations.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and follow safety, quality, and operating procedures.
• Scan and record inventory accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse and production areas.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, and maintenance teams.
• Support continuous improvement and sustainability-focused operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety adherence

Physical stamina

Inventory scanning

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to support safe, efficient movement of materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to support safe, efficient movement of materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Load/unload trailers, stage raw materials, and feed production lines.
• Move finished goods to designated areas and support shipping operations.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and follow safety, quality, and operating procedures.
• Scan and record inventory accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse and production areas.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, and maintenance teams.
• Support continuous improvement and sustainability-focused operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and related material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Comfort with physical work and warehouse/production environments.
• Basic inventory scanning/recordkeeping accuracy.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.