Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Saddle Creek Logistics Services; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package incl. medical, dental

HSA with employer contribution

Weekly 401(k) match

Vacation on hire

8 holidays per year

Personal time after 90 days

EAP and identity theft protection

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance & short-term disability

Job summary

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is seeking a Forklift Operator to load, unload, sort, and transport goods within our warehouse. The role requires teamwork, safety adherence, and efficient equipment handling in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have at least one year of forklift experience, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and be prepared for overtime. We offer competitive pay and a benefits package to eligible associates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently according to company policies.
• Load and unload trailers, railcars, and move products to designated areas.
• Check products inbound/outbound for accuracy and damage.
• Use handheld scanners and warehouse management system tools.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.
• Work cooperatively with warehouse associates and keep a clean, orderly facility.
• Participate in keeping the facility well-maintained and safe.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Forklift Certification

Job description

Why Work for Saddle Creek?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you're looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
• Benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement
• Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts
• HSA with annual employer contribution
• Weekly 401(k) match
• Vacation immediatelyupon hire
• 8 holidays per calendar year
• Personal time after 90 days
• EAP and identity theft protection
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

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Summary

Forklift Operators are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a warehouse. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position.

What You'll Do :

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, in accordance with company or site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Load and unload trailers, railcars, and transports to designated area.
• Check product on inbound/outbound to ensure that items and quantities are correct and there is no damage.
• Use handheld scanners/equipment for warehouse management system compliance.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Participate in keeping the facility maintained in a clean, neat, and orderly fashion.
• Additional duties assigned by supervisor.

What We Need from You :

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically exerting tasks of the jobs in a warehouse environment that may be non-temperature controlled, meaning the indoor temperature fluctuates throughout each season.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.
• Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.

Helpful Experience (Not Required) :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with RF equipment.
• Warehouse experience in a high-volume environment; experience in a food grade, refrigerated warehouse helpful.
• Familiarity with and ability to use order management systems such as WMS.
• Forklift certified.

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affermiative Action employer, as required by law. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here . View the E-Verify Posting here .

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