Forklift Operator - 1st shift - 7:00 am -3:00 pm

Warehouse-Specialists,-LLC-2; Combined Locks (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Weekly paychecks

Medical insurance

Disability & Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Referral bonus

Wellness program

Uniforms reimbursement

Safety gear reimbursement

Job summary

Warehouse-Specialists,-LLC-2 is hiring a Lift Truck Operator for 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm) at our Combined Locks, WI facility. This on-site role supports safe material handling, inventory accuracy, and outbound loading to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities include unloading and putting away inbound goods, operating RF scanners, and adhering to safety SOPs. Some weekends and overtime may be required; benefits and shift premiums are available.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation is required to report to shifts and travel between facilities.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills are needed for counts and paperwork.
• Ability to operate RF scanners to manage inventory.
• Willingness to learn about the product handled and procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
• Proficient verbal and written professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Safely inspect, unload, and put away products from inbound trailers and railcars using a lift truck.
• Operate lift truck to pick orders and load onto trailers and railcars.
• Utilize material handling technology to maximize efficiency and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Basic math

RF Scanners

Product knowledge

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Professional communication

Tools

Forks

Carton clamp

Roll grab

Pulp clamp

Sit-down lift

Job description

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: FORKL002485

• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $19.50 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

100 Prospect St
Combined Locks, WI 54113, USA

Description

We are hiring for a 1st Shift Monday through Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, Lift Truck Operator (LTO) to provide safe and efficient material handling to support customer needs. This full-time, benefited position will report to the facility manager. It also may occasionally require weekends, holidays, and overtime. This position is based in our Combined Locks warehouse. When needed, you would travel to Specialists Ave, Neenah, as business needs dictate. Our competitive benefits, shift differential, and other corporate-paid plans will be of value to you!

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 written.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Lift truck experience; loading and unloading trailers, containers, and railcars is a plus.
• Experience working in 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 through 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 steering wheel on 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.

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