Forklift Operator – Shipping & Receiving (Cold Environment)

Lifeway Foods, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeway Foods, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Worker. You will operate a forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise, ensuring accurate inbound and outbound shipments and on-time order fulfillment.

You will follow SQF and FDA/OSHA/USDA standards, maintain safety and quality, and work in a cold environment. High school diploma or equivalent experience is required, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Or three to six months related experience; Or equivalent
• Demonstrate intellectual and interpersonal skills through leadership, organization, and self-efficacy
• Good communications skills, must communicate with truck drivers, as well as peers
• Ability to read and write comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and effectively present them to groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Basic mathematical skills and understanding of algebra and geometry
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Software, Inventory Software, and Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook
• Comfortable working in very cold environment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.; Ability to be on your feet for entirety of 8-hour shift; Ability to climb ladders and maneuver through equipment; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise
• Load and offload trailers and ensure on-time shipments
• Accurately ship products to our sister company and customers
• Ensure inbound/outbound shipments are accurate and follow SQF procedures
• Use FIFO system for finished goods and materials
• Take product temperature checks and work in cold environment
• Wrap products and stage pallets for shipment
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly work area ensuring SOP/SSOP compliance

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Reading & reporting

Education

High school diploma

Related experience (3–6 months)

Tools

Manufacturing Software

Inventory Software

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Lifeway Foods, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Worker. You will operate a forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise, ensuring accurate inbound and outbound shipments and on-time order fulfillment.

You will follow SQF and FDA/OSHA/USDA standards, maintain safety and quality, and work in a cold environment. High school diploma or equivalent experience is required, with strong communication and teamwork skills.