Forklift Operator — Weekly Pay, Benefits & Growth

Trinidad Benham; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Advancement Opportunities

Weekly pay

Insurance coverage: medical, dental, W

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation/sick pay

Tuition assistance program

ESOP

Job summary

Trinidad Benham in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials throughout the facility with minimal supervision. The role supports Production Operations and requires standing for long periods. Forklift operation (gas/electric) and routine inspections are essential.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, staging, palletizing, and accurate documentation per GMP/SQF. High school diploma and forklift certification are required; two years of manufacturing experience is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years or more of related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates gas or electric forklifts (sit down and stand up) in the warehouse.
• Operates forklift and other powered equipment as trained; may perform heavier transports.
• Performs daily machine inspections following safety procedures.
• Reads and understands Bills of Lading and Pick Sheets.
• Moves product to work areas according to production schedule.
• Stacks and unloads shipments; loads product into containers by hand.
• Wraps pallets, stages product for loading, and checks accuracy to order.
• Keeps aisles and storage areas clean and organized; maintains housekeeping.
• Labels, sorts, and ties inventory; documents as required by SQF/GMP.
• Completes required paperwork; communicates with management and maintenance.

Skills

Fast-paced manufacturing

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Two years manufacturing experience (preferred)

Driver's license (preferred)

Job description

Trinidad Benham in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift Operator to move materials throughout the facility with minimal supervision. The role supports Production Operations and requires standing for long periods. Forklift operation (gas/electric) and routine inspections are essential.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, staging, palletizing, and accurate documentation per GMP/SQF. High school diploma and forklift certification are required; two years of manufacturing experience is