Shipping Forklift Operator

Lakeside Book Company; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a leading bookmaker in the U.S. as a Forklift Driver! This role is vital in ensuring that finished products reach readers nationwide. You'll operate forklift equipment, maintain safety standards, and handle materials in a fast-paced environment. With opportunities for advancement and a commitment to employee well-being, this is an exciting chance to be part of a company that values every book and every employee. Enjoy benefits like paid time off, medical coverage, and a 401k with a company match while contributing to a mission that keeps the world reading.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating forklifts (standup and sit down) is essential.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move materials and finished products efficiently.
• Scan containers for system accuracy and process paperwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Scanning accuracy

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Tools

Forklift

Computer (COMN system)

Job description

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

We are looking for a Forklift Driver to join our shipping team at Lakeside Book Company. As the largest bookmaker in the United States, you will help move the finished product out the door and into the hands of readers across the country. Advancement opportunities are available!

As a Forklift Operator, you will:

• Operate forklift equipment to move materials and finished products.
• Scan containers to ensure system accuracy.
• Inspect your forklift on a daily basis and service the batteries.
• Process departmental paperwork.
• Use a computer to utilize the internal company COMN system for job information.

Qualifications:

• Previous forklift experience, standup and sit down.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire duration of your shift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What we offer you:

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

Lakeside Book Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions, please contact [e-mail].

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.