Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

WSI (Warehouse Specialists, LLC); Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

WSI is looking for a motivated 1st Shift Forklift Operator to join our team and keep operations moving with safe, efficient material handling that helps us deliver for our customers!

This is a full-time, stable role reporting directly to the Facility Manager. You will enjoy a steady, non-rotating weekday schedule working Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Flexibility is required, as occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be needed to meet customer demands.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to report to scheduled shift and travel between facilities as needed.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills for accurate counts and paperwork.
• Ability to operate RF Scanners to manage inventory.
• Desire to learn about the product handled.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate professionally, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Safely inspect, unload, and store product from inbound trailers, containers, and railcars via lift truck.
• Operate a lift truck to pick orders and load products onto trailers, containers, and railcars.
• Use material handling tech to maximize efficiency and maintain accurate inventory.
• Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

RF Scanners

Sit-down forklift

Job description

WSI is looking for a motivated 1st Shift Forklift Operator to join our team and keep operations moving with safe, efficient material handling that helps us deliver for our customers!

This is a full-time, stable role reporting directly to the Facility Manager. You will enjoy a steady, non-rotating weekday schedule working Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Flexibility is required, as occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be needed to meet customer demands.

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Safely inspect, unload, and put away product from inbound trailers, containers, and railcars via lift truck.
• Operate a lift truck to pick orders and load product onto trailers, containers, and railcars.
• Utilize all material handling technology to maximize efficiency and maintain accurate inventory.
• Ensure all safety and position standard operating procedures are followed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Reliable transportation to report to scheduled shift and travel between facilities, as needed.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills to ensure accurate counts and paperwork.
• Ability to operate technology equipment including Radio Frequency (RF) Scanners to manage inventory.
• Previous knowledge or a desire to learn about the product being handled.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and follow through on assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Lift truck experience; loading and unloading trailers, containers, and railcars is a plus.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment is a plus.
• Experience operating lift truck attachments such as forks, carton clamp, roll grab, and pulp clamp.
• Experience operating sit-down lift.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time in hot and cold temperatures.
• Ability to repetitively twist or turn to drive in reverse; stand, climb, kneel, stoop, and squat, as needed.
• Ability to turn the steering wheel on a lift truck requiring full rotation of arms and shoulders.
• Must be willing and able to safely lift up to 60 pounds.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms that are provided by the company.

BENEFITS AND TOTAL REWARDS

• Competitive wages, including shift premiums; weekly paychecks, and opportunities for advancement.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Flexible Spending Plans available.
• Company-paid Short/Long-term Disability, Life Insurance and Employee Assistance plans.
• Company-paid Time-Off (PTO), and Holiday Pay.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan with Discretionary Employer Match, and Profit Sharing.
• Referral Bonus, Wellness Programs, Clothing Allowance/Uniforms, Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement.