Forklift Operator

Davita Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Forklift Operator for their Madison, WI location. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safely moving and managing warehouse inventory while ensuring workplace safety. Comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, dental, vision, and paid time off are provided to support a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Medical w/prescription coverage

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Qualifications

• Valid forklift operator/driver certification required.
• At least one year of safe forklift operator experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using a forklift.
• Perform inspections of equipment before use.
• Assist in maintaining safety and security of the warehouse.

Skills

Inventory Control

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wage Rate

$20.50/hour
Overview

Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth?

At TKC Holdings, we've created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employees start just expecting a paycheck but end up with a rewarding career. We provide exceptional training and a clear career path.

We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages. Work Today, Get Paid Today!

We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.

About This Position

Forklift Operators are responsible for loading and unloading shipments, inventory control, picking and staging orders, and up keep. Ensure safety while operating vehicles inside warehouse and report any deviations, hazards, or issues to the Production Manager, whether its quality or production related.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Efficiently move, sort, handle, stack, stage, load and unload palletized product using a forklift.
• On a daily basis, perform inspections of all equipment before use.
• Identify, separate and unload orders in correct sequence.
• Recognize problems with product and report to the Production Manager.
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean and organized fashion.
• Report any equipment or facilities issues.
• Assist in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid forklift operator/driver certification is REQUIRED.
• Sit down/Stand-Up/ Counterbalance/ Reach Truck forklift experience REQUIRED.
• At least one (1) year safe forklift driver/operator experience REQUIRED.
• At least one (1) year experience in warehouse REQUIRED.
• Inventory/Cycle Counting experience PREFERRED.
• RF Scan Gun experience is REQUIRED.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic, changing work environment
• Ability to become forklift and material handling equipment certified.
• Familiarity with computers (including Microsoft Office programs) PREFERRED.
• Ability to work: Monday - Friday 7 am - 3:30 pm

Benefits

TKC Holdings, Inc. offers comprehensive benefits to all regular-full time employees:

• Medical w/prescription coverage
• Benefit Credit received when enrolled in a TKC medical plan, to help offset your benefit costs. Benefit Credit of $750 annually, will be divided evenly among your paychecks throughout the Plan Year.
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (i.e. short term, long term disability and many more) options may be selected to create the right package for you

TKC also understands the importance of work life balance and planning for the future. To help with both of these, employees are eligible for paid time off and a Company Match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages.

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.

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