Forklift Operator (Su 7a-3:30p, M-Th 6a-2:30p)

Ingram Content Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join their team in Fort Wayne. This role involves crucial responsibilities such as operating forklifts, managing stock, and ensuring safety in a dynamic warehouse environment. With a focus on excellence and collaboration, the company offers a supportive atmosphere for those passionate about logistics and operations. Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and a casual dress code while contributing to a mission that connects people with the content they love. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Casual Dress Code

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to complete forklift certification process.
• Reading and writing skills up to high school level.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and perform stocking activities.
• Load and unload trucks as assigned.
• Report unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Reading Comprehension

Basic Arithmetic

Attention to Detail

Safety Adherence

Manual Task Performance

Independence

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Forklift Certification

High School Level Education

1 Year Work Experience

Job description

Job Description

Ingram Content Group (ICG) is hiring a Forklift Operator to start with our team in Fort Wayne, IN.

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Plus daily and weekend (including Sundays) overtime, as necessary

Want to join a key team that helps the world read?

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, and innovation, we can’t wait to meet you!

What You'll Do:

• Operate forklift and use radio frequency scanner to perform stocking activities such as pull down or put away.
• Move stock as assigned.
• Sign out forklift after completing daily safety checklist.
• Report any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Stack product physically onto and off of pallets repetitively throughout the designated shift.
• Load and unload trucks.

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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.
• Flexibility/multi-tasking based on workflow demands.
• Ability to meet and maintain production standards.
• Maintain reasonably reliable attendance.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear, see, think, communicate, concentrate, learn, and work.

Education and Experience

• Certification as a forklift operator or ability to be certified.
• At least 1 year of work experience in a previous job.
• 6 months of work experience involving walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, gripping/grasping, bending, squatting/kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, crawling, reaching above shoulders, typing/keyboard use.

Essential Physical Demands

• Ability to walk and stand continuously during the shift.
• Pass a physical exam including vision and hearing tests for safe operation of equipment.
• Ability to escalate up to 25 feet in height on equipment.
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs frequently during the shift.
• Push/pull up to 65 lbs force, with varying frequency.
• Grip/grasp continuously during the shift.
• Perform bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, crawling, reaching frequently.
• Work designated shift including overtime and weekends as required.
• Exposure to a wide range of temperatures.

Additional Information

• Eligible for health insurance & 401k on start date.
• Paid time off available on start date.
• Casual dress code.
• Convenient location.
• Employee discounts up to 40% on book orders.

Ingram Content Group connects people with content in all forms, providing seamless services for publishers, retailers, libraries, and educators through technology, innovation, and creativity. Our services include digital and physical book distribution, print-on-demand, and digital learning. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and participate in EVerify.