Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Chestnut Labs; Cedarburg (WI); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid vacation

Holidays

Career growth

Rewards program

Referral program

Uniforms provided

Dairy farm environment

Job summary

Kemps is hiring a Gripper operator at our Cedarburg plant. You will move milk crates with gripper equipment, following on-board computer directions, and maintain safety in a 35–40°F environment. Precision, teamwork and reliability are essential.

We offer a 2nd shift with a rotating schedule, competitive pay starting at $27.71, rising to $30.75 after one year, plus benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks.
• Must be able to stand, walk, pull, push, reach and bend virtually the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stack/move cases up to 6-8 high.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport milk to various areas of the warehouse following directions from the mounted computer.
• Operate gripper equipment and handle crates with precision.
• Maintain safety standards in a cold environment and wet conditions.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Safety focus

Fast-paced work

English literacy

Job description

Our Kemps Cedarburg plant has an immediate opening for a fast paced and motivated Gripper operator in our cooler. Grippers function similarly to forklifts in terms of operator positioning and controls, but instead of forks, they have pads on the sides to "grip" stacks of milk crates. We are seeking someone who can safely transport milk to various areas of our warehouse, following directions from the computer mounted on the equipment. This position requires precision, equipment handling skills, and a strong focus on safety.

It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

OUR OPERATORS FOR THIS POSITION Earn: $27.71 to start, $30.75 after 1 year.

SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift - 4pm start, 10-12 hour shifts, rotating schedule, Monday-Saturday shifts, some Sunday work may be required

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

Requirements

• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Must be able to stand, walk, pull, push, reach and bend virtually the entire shift
• Must be ableto lift up to 50 pounds and assist others when lifting is necessary and manually stack and move cases up to 6-8 cases high
• Must be able to work in a wet environment and work in an environment where temperature is maintained at 35–40 degrees Fahrenheit
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays
• May occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range

$27.71 per hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans