Material Handler/Forklift Operator (Night Shift)

LACOSTA Facility Support Services; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Job summary

LACOSTA Facility Support Services in Owensboro, KY is seeking a forklift operator for a 4-on, 4-off night shift (5:30 PM–5:30 AM). The role offers $16.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include safely operating forklifts, pulling orders, loading and securing materials, and maintaining documentation.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of forklift experience and be able to pass a background check and drug screening. PPE is required, and lifting 50 lbs or more is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of forklift experience.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• Ability to walk, stand, reach, bend and lift 50 lbs or more.
• Must wear PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, high-visibility vest, steel-toe shoes, and long pants.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Pull orders and maintain accurate inventory.
• Load, secure, and move products and materials.
• Complete required shipping and inventory documentation.
• Keep inventory, loading, and equipment areas clean and organized.
• Follow all workplace safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Job description

For more than 50 years, LACOSTA Facility Support Services has built a reputation for delivering dependable, high-quality facility solutions that help customers maintain safe, clean, and efficient workplaces. As a minority-owned business contractor trusted by Fortune 100 customers, we take pride in our people, our partnerships, and our commitment to operational excellence.

At LACOSTA, you're more than an employee — you're part of a team that values hard work, supports your growth, and recognizes the role you play in keeping businesses running at their best.

Join the LACOSTA Family and build your future with a company that delivers quality, service, and opportunity!

Job Skills / Requirements

Schedule:

• 4-On, 4-Off Schedule: Work four consecutive shifts, followed by four consecutive days off.


• Night Shift: 5:30 PM – 5:30 AM

Pay:

• $16.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities

As a Forklift Operator, you will help keep materials moving safely and efficiently throughout the facility. Responsibilities include:

• Safely operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.


• Pulling orders and maintaining accurate inventory.


• Loading, securing, and moving products and materials.


• Completing required shipping and inventory documentation.


• Keeping inventory, loading, and equipment areas clean and organized.


• Following all workplace safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of previous forklift experience .


• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening .


• Ability to walk, stand, reach, bend, and lift 50 lbs. or more independently .


• Must wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, high-visibility safety vest, steel-toe or composite-toe shoes, and long pants.


• Jewelry and accessories must be removed while working.

Why Work for LACOSTA?

We provide the tools and support you need to succeed, including:

• Uniforms


• Personal protective equipment (PPE)


• Training


• Ongoing support

Additional Information / Benefits

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401K


• 401K Matching


• Paid Time Off

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401K/403b Plan