Forklift Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

Lakeside Foods Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated forklift operator to join their team. This role offers a stable work environment with competitive wages and a commitment to safety. You will be responsible for operating forklifts, ensuring safe loading and unloading of trucks, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The company values collaboration and innovation, providing a supportive atmosphere for growth. With excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a thriving company.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Flexible Scheduling

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Retirement Plan

Paid Onsite Training

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of forklift experience and/or training preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety and a solid work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to prevent injuries and damage.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks and sort pallets.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Commitment

Strong Work Ethic

Education

Forklift Operator's License

Job description

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At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people's lives through food. We foster a culture of growth and innovation driven by passion, confidence, and commitment. We believe in the strength of collaboration, transparency, and new ideas to enable change and growth. Our inclusive and respectful environment promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there's a seat at the table for you.

What You'll Get:

• Competitive wages based on experience and Mechanical placement test
• Flexible scheduling with OT availability during the production season (July – November)
• A stable work environment within a growing company
• Schedules designed to maintain work/life balance
• Market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and personal time after 30 days of employment
• Retirement plan with company match
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and safety shoes
• Paid onsite training

What You'll Do:

• Hold a valid forklift operator’s license
• Complete forklift condition checklists accurately
• Operate forklifts safely to prevent injuries and damage
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks
• Sort and store pallets from production lines

What You'll Bring:

• Six months to one year of forklift experience and/or training (preferred)
• Strong work ethic
• Commitment to safety

Where You'll Work:

Located off I-43, just 30 miles north of Milwaukee, 8 miles north of Port Washington, and halfway between Chicago and Door County, Belgium offers year-round activities for visitors. From Harrington Beach State Park, the Ozaukee Interurban Trail, to fishing, boating, running, and biking—there's something for everyone regardless of the season!

IND3

Lakeside Foods and our family of companies are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We recruit, hire, and promote based on qualifications and merit, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital, or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.