Forklift Operator Evening Shift (Mon-Thur 4:30pm to 2:30am

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in Ottawa, KS, is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator for evening shifts from 4:30 PM to 2:30 AM. In this role, you will safely operate forklifts for loading and unloading merchandise within a distribution center. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and enhanced counting skills. This position requires a focus on safety and quality while maintaining certifications for powered industrial trucks. Join a team dedicated to efficiency and accuracy in warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to operate forklifts and maintain required certifications.
• Previous experience in a distribution center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload, load, warehouse, and stage merchandise.
• Operate a stand-up forklift for various tasks.
• Ensure production and quality standards are met.

Skills

Ability to operate forklifts

Excellent counting skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to maintain excellent attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forklift Operator Evening Shift (Mon-Thur 4:30pm to 2:30am)

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Job Description

As a Forklift Operator, you’re a key player in distribution center operations! Your role includes safely unloading, loading, warehousing, and staging merchandise throughout the distribution center using a mechanical forklift or manual means as needed.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment by efficiently operating mechanical equipment
• Operate a stand‑up forklift to replenish, load/unload trailers, and move product to various locations
• Maintain proper certifications to operate required powered industrial trucks
• Accurately sort, stage, load and unload inbound and outbound freight
• Receive and warehouse incoming merchandise into module racks and floor locations
• Ensure monthly production and quality standards are met
• Be open to performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate forklifts
• Previous experience in a distribution center
• Excellent counting skills and attention to detail
• Manual dexterity required
• Ability to maintain an excellent attendance and work record

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, bend and stack cartons for up to 12 hours at a time
• Stand for long periods of time and walk continuously
• Pull merchandise from multiple levels of shelving or move merchandise as needed
• Bilateral hand coordination, foot coordination and trunk rotation
• Climb stairs and perform work at platform heights up to 60 feet
• Lift up to 50lbs. Specific weight requirements may vary within each department

Shift Options

• Weekday Daylight 5:30 am – 3:30 pm (Monday – Thursday)
• Weekday Evening 4:30 pm – 2:30 am (Monday – Thursday)
• Weekend Day 5:00 am – 5:00 pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
• Weekend Evening 5:00 pm – 5:00 am (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

About Us

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) is a portfolio of unique, loved, and enduring brands with merchandise assortments that consist of high‑quality, on‑trend apparel, intimates, activewear, accessories, and personal care products.

AEO operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

JOB INFO

Job Identification: 21179

Job Category: Distribution Center

Posting Date: 2025-12-23T22:38:32+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: Ottawa, KS, United States