Forklift Operator (Sub-Zero) - 3rd shift

Sub-Zero, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sub-Zero, Inc. in Madison, WI is seeking a Forklift Operator / Material Handler for the 3rd shift (Sunday–Thursday, 9:30pm–5:30am) to support warehouse operations in a safe, respectful environment.

You will operate forklifts, cranes, and related equipment, perform receiving and inventory transactions, and help keep production lines supplied. This role requires good numerical and computer skills, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Good numerical abilities.
• Good computer skills.
• Prior experience operating a forklift with safe handling techniques.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to strict attendance standards.
• Must read and write accurately to document materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to load/unload trucks and stock racking.
• Complete receiving transactions using Inventory Management Software.
• Place and pull materials from locations up to 20 feet high.
• Complete assembly and service material requests.
• Process transactions with the RF Scanner to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain inventory accuracy working with the team.
• Inspect equipment for safe working condition.
• Train employees on procedures and techniques.
• Keep workstation clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Numerical abilities

Computer skills

Forklift operation experience

Team player

Attendance discipline

Reading/writing documentation

Tools

Inventory Management Software

RF Scanner

Job description

Job Category: Bargaining Unit

Requisition Number: FORKL007080

• Posted : August 7, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Madison, WI 53711, USA

Description

The Forklift Operator / Material Handler position supports warehouse activities to ensure timely support of the manufacturing process in a safe and respectful manner. Specific tasks may vary for different work assignments.

This is a 3rd shift position with regular hours Sunday - Thursday, 9:30pm - 5:30am.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as but not limited to forklifts, overhead cranes, turret truck, and pallet rider to complete tasks such as but not limited to, loading and unloading trucks, stock racking based on production needs, supplying assembly lines with purchased parts, moving finished goods, unloading steel
• Complete receiving transactions for incoming materials using Inventory Management Software
• Place and pull materials and supplies from proper locations up to 20 feet in height
• Complete assembly requests for materials
• Complete service and product visibility requests
• Complete transactions for all materials with the RF Scanner to ensure inventory accuracy
• Work with team to ensure inventory accuracy
• Inspect the equipment to ensure safe working condition
• Train employees on procedures and techniques
• Housekeeping and workstation organization tasks
• Other duties as assigned

This position requires a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.

Required

• Good numerical abilities
• Good computer skills
• Prior experience operating a forklift with safe handling techniques
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to adhere to strict attendance standards
• Physical Abilities: o Ability to lift up to 40lbso Ability to perform body movements including reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, turning, bending, squatting, climbing, twisting, and fine manipulationo Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per dayo Ability to work with fiberglass, plastic, glue, and insulationo Must be able to read and write accurately to document incoming/outgoing materials and supplies

Preferred

• Prior experience operating a stand-up forklift.

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