Forklift Operator- $22/hr.

Ariens Company; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Profit-sharing

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Short Term Disability

Parental Leave

Onsite Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Apprenticeship Programs

Safety shoes reimbursement

Safety glasses reimbursement

Employee Product Purchase Program

Daycare discount

Job summary

AriensCo in Shepherdsville, KY seeks a self-starting Forklift Operator to join the Henry's team. The shift is Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm, with a pay rate of $22.00 per hour. You will handle materials, stock inventory, and support manufacturing operations.

You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, record movements in AS400, and ensure safety standards. This role emphasizes teamwork and timely deliveries across production cells.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Ability to work as part of a team to meet daily production targets.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours and lift up to 35 pounds when required.

Responsibilities

• Handle materials and parts for outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
• Operate forklift and related material handling equipment.
• Record material movements and file entries in the AS400 system.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

AS400 data entry

Tools

AS400 Data Entry

Job description

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly. We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we’re known for around the world. Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

Job Description

Ariens Company is seeking a self-starting, motivated Forklift Operator to join our Henry's team in Shepherdsville, KY.

The shift: Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm

The pay: $22.00 per hour

THE DAY TO DAY

• Material Handling Expertise: Collaborate within a team responsible for the safe handling of materials essential for outdoor power equipment manufacturing
• Inventory Management: Precisely handle raw materials and parts, ensuring they are stored in designated locations
• Equipment Operation: Proficiently operate machinery necessary to execute job tasks
• Adherence to Standards: Maintain strict adherence to established standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality
• Team Support: Assist fellow team members in various areas to collectively achieve daily production targets
• Accurate Documentation: Record essential information in compliance with standard work protocols
• Loading and Unloading: Efficiently load and unload materials and units onto trucks as needed
• AS400 Data Entry: Enter material movement data into the AS400 system for accurate tracking
• Timely Deliveries: Deliver the right parts in the correct quantities to assembly cells or work centers in a punctual manner
• Receiving Duties: Offload incoming products and transfer them to designated storage locations
• Set-Up Assistance: Provide support for set-up duties as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Goal-Oriented Collaboration: Collaborate with team members across various departments to achieve daily production targets effectively.
• Other duties as needed

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours a day
• Must be able to use hands to position parts in place
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds at varying frequencies
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrated experience in safely operating a forklift and other material handling equipment
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About AriensCo

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success. Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.

AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan 401(k) match and profit-sharing plans Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Short Term Disability Parental Leave Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement Employee Product Purchase Program 50% Daycare discount
• **Brillion Early Learning Center 10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide**
• **Excludes Brillion Early Learning Center Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health**
• **Brillion Campus Only Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options**
• **Brillion Campus Only**

EEO Statement

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat. AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: EEO is the Law EEO is the Law (Spanish) Federal Family Medical Leave Employee Polygraph Protection Act Right to Work Right to Work (Spanish) This Employer Participates in E-Verify