Forklift Operator / Processing Equipment Operator

Nutrition-101,-LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Nutrition 101 is seeking a Processing Equipment Operator / Forklift Driver to support production by operating forklifts and assisting with processing equipment handling food byproducts.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years forklift experience and can become forklift certified within the first weeks; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a non climate-controlled facility with emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years forklift or material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to become forklift certified within the first weeks.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfortable in a non climate-controlled production environment.
• Strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Move finished pallets and raw materials to designated storage areas.
• Support production operations including crushing, baling, cleaning, and de-packaging materials.
• Assist processing crews to keep production running efficiently.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records using tablets and Excel spreadsheets.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance issues.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Forklift experience

Material handling

Tablets & Excel

Forklift certification

Safety conscious

Tools

Excel

Tablets

Job description

Description

Job Title: Forklift Operation / Processing Equipment Operator

Location: Pendleton, IN

Schedule: Full-Time | Hourly

Friday - Sunday | 6:00am - 6:00pm or Monday - Thursday 2:00pm - 12:00am

Pay: $21-25/hour | Pay increase after forklift certification is obtained

Overtime is rare, but optional

About Nutrition 101:

Nutrition 101 is an industry leader in recovering food waste and converting it into valuable livestock feed. Based in Pendleton, Indiana, our team helps food processors reduce waste while supporting sustainable agriculture. Every year, our work helps recover millions of tons of food byproducts and transform them into useful products for livestock producers. We are growing and looking for dependable team members who enjoy hands-on work in a production environment.

What You'll Do:

As a Processing Equipment Operator / Forklift Driver, you will support production operations by operating forklifts and assisting with processing equipment used to handle food byproducts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility
• Move finished pallets and raw materials to designated storage areas
• Support production operations including crushing, baling, cleaning, and de-packaging materials
• Assist processing crews to keep production running efficiently
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records using tablets and Excel spreadsheets
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance issues
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures
• Physical labor will be performed when not operating forklift
• Work closely with team members to support daily production goals.

What We're Looking For:

• 1–2 years of forklift or material handling experience preferred
• Experience using tablets and Excel spreadsheets to maintain inventory records
• Ability to become forklift certified within the first few weeks
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn production equipment
• Strong attention to safety and quality
• Ability to work in a production environment that may be hot, cold, noisy, or dusty
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled facility
• Team-oriented and dependable
• Reliable transportation to/from work location
• Ability to pick up shifts, as needed

Benefits:

Nutrition 101 offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Competitive Wage DOE + Performance Based Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Telemedicine for Primary Care, Urgent Care, and Mental Health
• $25k Group Life & ADD + Voluntary Life for Self or Dependents
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurances
• 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Company Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Empowerment Program - We are all owners!

Requirements

Work Environment: This role is performed in a production facility and may involve:

• Operating forklifts and processing equipment
• Standing and moving throughout the shift
• Lifting materials up to 50 pounds
• Working in a non-climate-controlled environment