Material Handler/Forklift Driver

boonecenterinc; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 46,414,099 - 62,609,164; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays

128 hours PTO

Health, Dental and Vision

403b with 4% match

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Boone Center, Inc. in Saint Peters, MO is hiring a Forklift Driver to operate a sit-down forklift and perform standard warehouse duties with a strong safety focus. You will load and unload trucks, move materials, and help ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

The role requires attention to detail, a customer-service mindset, and 1–3 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting. High school diploma or GED is required; comprehensive benefits accompany FT employment.

Qualifications

• An accredited high school diploma or GED.
• Attention to detail.
• 1-3 years experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing environment.
• Customer-service mindset.
• Desire to learn and grow with a great organization.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift and perform general warehouse duties.
• Position forks and move pallets, load/unload materials safely.
• Inspect loads for accuracy and assist in production activities.
• Follow safety procedures and work well with staff and clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer-service mindset

Desire to learn and grow

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

OUR COMPANY

At Boone Center, Inc., we are dedicated to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) find fulfilling employment opportunities that align with their skills and interests. For more than 65 years, we have been a trusted partner for individuals, families, and businesses seeking inclusive workforce solutions.

We offer real opportunities for meaningful work. Our continuum of programs and services reflects our knowledge that every person has his or her own unique abilities—and every person can contribute.

BCI Packaging is a for-purpose, non‑profit contract packaging company that offers purposeful work for adults with disabilities. We serve local and global companies with purpose‑driven co‑packaging and co‑manufacturing services that are second to none.

We operate with integrity, positivity, respect, accountability, innovation, service, and empathy. If our mission and values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply today.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Forklift Driver is responsible for operating a sit‑down forklift along with general warehouse duties including loading and unloading trucks. This individual must strongly focus on safety and be aware of their surroundings. They must follow directions and work well with employees/clients, staff, and customers.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FORKLIFT DRIVER CAN LOOK LIKE

• Positioning forks, lifting platforms or other lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials
• Unloading and stacking material by raising and lowering the lifting device
• Loading or unloading materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting device
• Inspecting product load for accuracy and safely moving it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery
• Performing a variety of routine tasks to assist in production activities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds may be required for extended periods.
• Regular handling of materials; may involve repetitive motions.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels and occasional dust.
• Must be able to work in a paced environment and meet production deadlines.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• An accredited high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• Attention to detail
• 1-3 Years experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing environment
• Customer-service mindset
• Desire to learn and grow with a great organization

BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Nine (9) Paid Holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Jury Duty
• 128 Hours of accruable PTO
• Employer‑subsidized Health, Dental and Vision, with a partial in‑network deductible reimbursement plan
• Immediate vesting in 403b with up to 4% salary match
• 100% employer‑paid Short‑term Disability (60% pay for up to 13 weeks, with $750 weekly maximum)
• 100% employer‑paid Long‑term Disability (60% pay up to retirement age, with $5,000 monthly maximum)
• 100% employer‑paid Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment plan with a $20,000 benefit
• 100% employer‑paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and TravelConnect Travel Assistance

LOCATION / SCHEDULE / PAY

LOCATION: St. Peters, Missouri

SCHEDULE: Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 3:30pm; Friday: 6:00am - 2:30pm

PAY: $19 per hour

BCI offers subsidized benefits with FT positions

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

It is the policy of BCI to provide equal employment opportunities. BCI will not discriminate against any staff member or applicant for employment with regard to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, disability, military status, or any other status protected by law.