Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Warehouse-Specialists,-LLC-2; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

WSI is seeking a dedicated 3rd Shift Lift Truck Operator to support our warehouse operations. You will safely operate a lift truck, unload materials from inbound trailers, and load goods for outbound shipments while maintaining accurate inventory using RF scanners.

The role requires working Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM, with full benefits and potential overtime. Candidates should be team players with reliable transportation and good math and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Reliable transportation to report to scheduled shift and travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely inspect, unload, and store products using a lift truck.
• Operate a lift truck to pick orders and load products onto trailers and railcars.
• Use RF scanners and other material handling technology to ensure accurate inventory.
• Follow all safety and SOPs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Safety consciousness

Tools

RF Scanners

Lift truck operation

Job description

• Rate : $19 USD per hour
• Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: FORKL002501

Description

WSI is looking for a 3rd Shift Lift Truck Operator (LTO) to join our crew and keep our supply chain moving! In this vital role, you will be the driving force behind our safe, efficient material handling, ensuring we deliver flawless service to our customers when it matters most.

You will be working Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM, reporting directly to the Facility Manager. This full-time, fully-benefited position gives you the ultimate weekend advantage with Fridays and Saturdays off, though flexibility is a must as occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required to meet customer demands.

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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