Night Logistics Operator — 12-Hour Shifts & Forklift Expert

General Mills, Inc; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Pet perks

Great PTO benefits

Job summary

General Mills in Richmond, IN is seeking a Logistics Operator for the Blue Buffalo production site. This role offers a $24.44 per hour base wage plus a $1 shift differential for nights, with 12-hour shifts on a 3-on/2-off pattern. Night shift is currently hiring, and overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

The position supports loading, forklift operations, and warehouse tasks in a 24/7 plant environment; extensive safety PPE is required and a strong team culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year forklift experience, preferably in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience in warehouse operations and use of WMS preferred (SAP, Blue Yonder).
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred.
• Forklift license/certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and high lift equipment within production and warehouse operations.
• Select, prepare, and load product for outbound shipment per customer specifications.
• Responsible for storage of finished product and loading/inspecting outbound product.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Forklift experience

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Ability to work in hot/cold conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

SAP

Blue Yonder

Forklift license/certification

Job description

General Mills in Richmond, IN is seeking a Logistics Operator for the Blue Buffalo production site. This role offers a $24.44 per hour base wage plus a $1 shift differential for nights, with 12-hour shifts on a 3-on/2-off pattern. Night shift is currently hiring, and overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

The position supports loading, forklift operations, and warehouse tasks in a 24/7 plant environment; extensive safety PPE is required and a strong team culture is emphasized.