Forklift Operator - 1st Shift with Competitive Pay & Benefits

Great Northern Corp; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 26,174 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Near-site Clinic

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dis.

401k with Company Match up to 4%

Generous Profit Sharing

Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off

15 days of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Referral Bonuses

Longevity Bonus

Health Fitness Reimbursement

Employee Loan Program

$1.50 shift differential for 2nd and 3

Job summary

Great Northern – Chippewa Falls is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our growing manufacturing team. The role involves loading, unloading, and preparing shipments, operating a forklift, and ensuring accurate counts.

The schedule is 1st shift, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, with starting hourly wage of $22.75 plus a $1.50 shift differential for 2nd or 3rd shift. Expect safety-conscious work and steady attendance while contributing to quality processes.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related manufacturing or machine operating experience.
• High school diploma or GED completed.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Load product for customer pickup and prepare shipments.
• Operate forklift to unload/load from trucks and trailers.
• Follow quality procedures and verify orders daily.
• Change LP tanks and recharge forklift as needed.
• Shrink-wrap units for shipping readiness.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance.

Skills

Math calculations

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Great Northern – Chippewa Falls is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our growing manufacturing team. The role involves loading, unloading, and preparing shipments, operating a forklift, and ensuring accurate counts.

The schedule is 1st shift, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, with starting hourly wage of $22.75 plus a $1.50 shift differential for 2nd or 3rd shift. Expect safety-conscious work and steady attendance while contributing to quality processes.