Night Forklift Operator – Shipper/Receiver

Simmonspetfood; Edgerton (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food in Edgerton, KS is seeking a full-time Shipper/Receiver to operate an industrial forklift, move products, and support inventory controls. The role includes daily safety inspections, loading, and adherence to regulatory standards.

You will read lot numbers, perform basic math, maintain neat records, and work with the team to ensure accurate stock and on-time shipments. Requires high school diploma and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a company issued forklift license.
• Reads and understands lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and production schedules.
• Basic computer literacy and data entry into a computer system.

Responsibilities

• Operate an industrial forklift to receive and transfer product and materials.
• Store and retrieve goods, rotate stock, and report damaged cartons or containers.
• Prepare products for shipment and ensure proper loading and sealing.
• Perform daily safety inspections and report issues to supervisor.
• Change batteries or fuel bottles and troubleshoot forklift issues as needed.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, following storage principles and safety rules.
• Read lot numbers and production schedules for inventory tracking and labeling.
• Consolidate partial pallets as directed by the production supervisor.
• Participate in team activities and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic math

English language

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

RFGEN

JDE

Job description

Simmons Pet Food in Edgerton, KS is seeking a full-time Shipper/Receiver to operate an industrial forklift, move products, and support inventory controls. The role includes daily safety inspections, loading, and adherence to regulatory standards.

You will read lot numbers, perform basic math, maintain neat records, and work with the team to ensure accurate stock and on-time shipments. Requires high school diploma and forklift certification.