Forklift Operator - Perishable 3rd Shift

McLane Company, Inc; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 63,369,600 - 66,124,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA

Company‑paid life insurance

Vacation time and sick leave from day1

Paid holidays after 90 days

401(k) Profit Sharing

Pet insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator in Kentucky. This role moves products, retrieves and transports items to assigned slots, and follows aisle specifications.

The job requires reading and understanding English and previous forklift experience is preferred. We offer a pay rate of $21.37 per hour plus $1.00 perishable differential, plus medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other benefits. Schedule is Monday through Friday with a 1am start and third-shift differential; vacation and

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift and RF Utility is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English to perform tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Utility

Forklift

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We're dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top‑of‑the‑line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process.

We wouldn't be where we are without our warehouse team. It’s why we've built a culture‑focused and diverse environment that offers opportunities for advancement with industry‑leading benefits.

Benefits

• Pay Rate: $21.37 per hour plus $1.00 perishable differential
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday - 1am start time with .50 cent 3rd shift differential
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company‑paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating a forklift and RF Utility (preferable, not required).
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role.

Fit

• Organized
• Problem solver
• Team‑work oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward - together.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e‑commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people‑centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/