Forklift Operator & Warehouse Associate (1st Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring a Warehouse Associate for the 1st shift in Cookeville, TN. The role involves operating a forklift, picking and packing orders, printing shipping labels, light assembly, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with pay of $15.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience. EOE and drug-free workplace policies apply. High attention to detail and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience required.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials throughout the shift.
• Basic computer skills for printing labels and processing orders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and positive work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move materials and products safely.
• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Print and apply shipping labels.
• Complete light assembly projects as needed.
• Load, unload, and organize inventory.
• Verify orders for accuracy before shipping.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Follow safety procedures and company standards.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse operations

Order picking/packing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Basic computer skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring a Warehouse Associate for the 1st shift in Cookeville, TN. The role involves operating a forklift, picking and packing orders, printing shipping labels, light assembly, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with pay of $15.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience. EOE and drug-free workplace policies apply. High attention to detail and reliability are essential.