Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift / Wed - Sat / 10h / $22hr

Ingram Content Group; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay starts at $19.50/hr with $2.50 DI

Benefits start day one

PTO & sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Casual dress code

Job summary

Ingram Content Group in La Vergne, TN is hiring forklift Associates to support our Operations team. You will operate a forklift, use an RF scanner, and stock shelves while ensuring safety and efficiency during the night shift from Wednesday to Saturday, 8:30pm to 7:00am.

We offer on-the-job training, opportunities for growth, and a benefits package starting day one. The role requires certification or eligibility and the ability to meet physical requirements for warehouse work.

Qualifications

• Certification as an equipment operator or qualified for certification.
• 1 year work experience in at least one previous job.
• 6 months' work experience which included walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, gripping/grasping, bending, squatting/kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, crawling, reaching above shoulders, typing/keyboard.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift and uses a radio frequency scanner to perform stocking activities such as pull down or put away.
• Moves stock as assigned.
• Signs out forklift after completing a daily safety checklist.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Stacks product physically onto and off of pallets repetitively throughout the designated shift.
• Loads and unloads trucks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Reading/writing (HS level)

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

La Vergne, TN.

Want to join a key team that helps the world read? At Ingram, the Operations team serves a key role within the organization. We ensure that our distribution centers and warehouse facilities function at maximum efficiency. Safety is a core value in our distribution environment. We emphasize this through training, education and accident prevention programs. Process Improvement is another core value, and through innovations such as voice and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies, as well as feedback from our associates, we work toward constant improvement.

Ingram Content Group (ICG) is hiring forklift Associates to start with our Operations team in La Vergne, TN.

The world is reading, and it is our goal to connect as many people as possible to the content they want in the simplest ways. If you want to be part of a customer-centric team that strives for excellence, collaboration, innovation, we can’t wait to meet you!

What You Need:

• Certification as an equipment operator or qualified for certification.
• 1 year work experience in at least one previous job
• 6 months' work experience which included walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, gripping/grasping, bending, squatting/kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, crawling, reaching above shoulders, typing/keyboard.

What You'll Do:

• Operates forklift and uses a radio frequency scanner to perform stocking activities such as pull down or put away.
• Moves stock as assigned.
• Signs out forklift after completing a daily safety checklist.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Stacks product physically onto and off of pallets repetitively throughout the designated shift.
• Loads and unloads trucks

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and stand continuously during the assigned shift.
• Ability to pass physical examination that includes testing for satisfactory vision (distance, peripheral, and depth perception), hearing, and blood pressure/pulse exams for safe operation of motorized equipment.
• Ability to elevate up to 25 feet in height on equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry in full range of motion up to 70lbs during the assigned shift – 30lbs or less continuously, 50lbs frequently, and 70lbs occasionally.
• Ability to push/pull in a warehouse environment up to 130lbs force to push during the assigned shift – 1-50lbs continuously, 51-70lbs occasionally, and 71-130lbs as needed for battery changes.
• Ability to grip/grasp continuously during the assigned shift.
• Ability to bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn, climb, crawl, reach above shoulder, and type/keyboard frequently during the assigned shift.
• Ability to work designated shift including overtime as required, which could include time before or after the designated shift and/or weekends.
• Exposure to wide range of temperatures
• Ability to successfully complete forklift certification process
• Reading comprehension skills up to high school level
• Writing skills up to high school level
• Math skills – basic arithmetic, addition, subtraction
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work safely and adhere to safety guidelines in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks.
• Ability to work independently or in a group environment.
• Ability to be flexible/ multi-task based on workflow demands.
• Ability to meet and maintain production standards.
• Ability to maintain reasonably reliable attendance.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear, see, think, communicate, concentrate, learn, and work.

Additional Information

Why You Should Apply

• Pay starting at $19.50/hr with a $2.50 shift differential
• Benefits start on DAY ONE - Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA
• PTO & sick days accrued annually + additional personal days
• Encouraged continued education with our tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent opportunities for growth & advancement
• Casual dress code

Schedule:

Wednesday - Saturday: 8:30pm to 7:00am

The world is reading, and Ingram Content Group (“Ingram”) connects people with content in all forms. Providing comprehensive services for publishers, retailers, libraries and educators, Ingram makes these services seamless and accessible through technology, innovation and creativity. With an expansive global network of offices and facilities, Ingram’s services include digital and physical book distribution, print-on-demand, and digital learning. Ingram Content Group is a part of Ingram Industries Inc. and includes Ingram Book Group LLC, Ingram Publisher Services LLC, Lightning Source LLC, VitalSource Technologies LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, and Tennessee Book Company LLC.

Ingram Content Group LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

• EOE-Race/Gender/Veterans/Disabled
• We participate in EVerify.
• EEO Poster in English
• EEO Poster in Spanish