Forklift Operator

City Brewing Company; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Job summary

City Brewing Company in La Crosse, WI, has immediate opportunities for Forklift Operators in our warehouse department. This role moves product within a warehouse, loads/unloads pallets, and updates the warehouse management system.

You will operate a sit-down forklift, use a handheld scanner, ensure safety, and work shifts and overtime as needed to support a clean, organized operation while maintaining accurate inventory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year forklift experience in a warehouse
• High school diploma, GED, HSED or relevant work experience
• Must be 18 years old
• Able to work autonomously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teammates
• Effective analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Able to work any shifts, weekends and overtime
• Must pass post-offer drug screen and background check

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift to load/unload pallets
• Use handheld scanner to verify correct products
• Inspect forklift and report issues
• Ensure loads are secured and compliant with safety rules
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Communicate with coworkers, drivers, and supervisors
• Enter inventory accurately into the system
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift experience

Autonomy

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Job description

City Brewing Company – Who We Are

With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. By prioritizing safetyand quality for our team, customers and partners, we put Safety and Quality First. We value Customer Focus by treating our customers’ needs as our own and deliver on our commitments together. We promote a culture of One Team by valuing and supporting each other to create shared success. We Take Pride in our work and the products we produce. We believe Clear Communication is essential for effective teamwork.

Job Summary

City Brewery in La Crosse, WI, has immediate opportunities for Forklift Operators in our warehouse department. This position is responsible for warehouse operations, shipping, receiving and driving a forklift to move product within a warehouse, receiving pallets of full product from packaging lines and loading a semi-trailer. You will also ensure accurate information is updated in the warehouse management system.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Load and unload pallets of full goods onto semi-trailers using a sit-down forklift.
• Utilizing a hand-held scanner to ensure the correct product is received and/or loaded.
• Inspect forklifts before each use and report any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Ensure loads are properly secured and comply with weight and safety regulations.
• Assist with warehouse organization and general housekeeping duties.
• Follow all safety procedures, standard operating procedures and PPE requirements.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, warehouse coordinators, drivers, supervisors & managers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Properly enter inventory into the warehouse management system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience in a warehouse loading trailers required.
• High school diploma, GED, HSED or relevant work experience required.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Highly motivated, self-directed individual that is able to work autonomously in a fast-paced, often loud manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with teammates of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Effective analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work any and all shifts, weekends and overtime as assigned.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer drug screening, functional capacity exam and background check.

Benefits/Compensation

City Brewery provides an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, vision & dental insurance.
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability insurance.
• Company provided life insurance.
• Optional accident, cancer & critical insurance.
• Up to a 9% 401K contribution.
• PTO/Sick leave and vacation.
• Competitive wages
• 12 Paid Holidays

City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.