Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Lakeside Book Company; Avon, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with company match

PTO

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Avon, IN. You will operate reach trucks and other warehouse equipment, move inventory, and stage materials in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires climbing heights up to 20+ feet and lifting up to 50 lbs while following safety guidelines. We offer a first-shift schedule (7:00am-3:00pm), Monday through Friday with overtime including Saturdays, plus benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, prorated PTO,

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience is required.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong safety awareness and clear communication with drivers and warehouse staff.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach truck, order picker, turret truck, and/or pallet jack; comfortable with heights.
• Safely move, store, and retrieve inventory in racks and bulk storage areas.
• Load, unload, and stage material.
• Follow all safety guidelines; safety shoes are required.

Skills

Forklift Experience

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety-Conscious

Team Player

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

What You'll Get:

• $19.00/hr
• On Demand Pay
• Benefits Eligible

Shift: 1st (7:00am-3:00pm), Monday-Friday - overtime required including Saturday

Location: 8598 E. County Road 100 S., Avon, IN 46123

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

What You’ll Do:

• Operate reach truck, order picker, turret truck, and/or pallet jack – must be comfortable with heights of 20+ feet and operating equipment in narrow aisles
• Safely move, store, and retrieve inventory in racks and bulk storage areas
• Load, unload, and stage material
• Follow all safety guidelines – safety shoes required

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous forklift experience - required
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift 50lbs
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills - ability to work with drivers, carriers, and warehouse personnel
• Ability to read and follow work assignments, RF Scanner instructions, and WMS transactions

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [e-mail].

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.