Forklift Operator - 2nd shift, $20.31 hourly + $1.50 shift premium

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a dependable warehouse associate to operate forklifts, unload shipments, and pick orders in our distribution center. You will use scanners and management software to fulfill orders and move products to designated storage areas.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, requiring 1–2 years forklift experience and the ability to obtain operator certification. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for cross-training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification; knowledge of DC methods and product handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate dock stocker and high reach forklifts to unload shipments and move products to storage areas.
• Process pick tickets and perform pallet picking; shuttle pallets for final order processing using scanners and computers.
• Read work orders and interact with management software and label printers to determine material needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow safety regulations for forklift operations.
• Support cross-training in other distribution center functions and assist with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™.

What You’ll Do

• Operate Dock Stocker and High Reach forklifts to safely unload shipments and transport products to designated warehouse storage areas.
• Complete orders efficiently by processing pick tickets, performing full pallet picking, and shuttling pallets for final order processing using scanners and computers.
• Interact with management software systems and label printers; read work orders or receive instructions to determine assignments and material needs.
• Perform physical activities requiring lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and safe handling of materials.
• Maintain a clean, debris-free, and safe work area at all times.
• Support cross-training in other distribution center functions and perform other duties assigned.

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; 1-2 years of forklift operation experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification; broad knowledge of distribution center methods and procedures; familiarity with product catalog numbers and handling characteristics.
• Ability to understand daily goals and maximize warehouse capacity; knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy; excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Resilience to work in environments with extreme temperatures; ability to work in a scanner-directed job and operate a stand‑up forklift for the entire shift.

What You’ll Receive

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech‑driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe.

Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history.

Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative.

We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet.

We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Career Opportunity

Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state‑of‑the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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