Shipping Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Lakeside Book Company; Plainfield, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Pay

Permanent hire after 90 days

Full-time schedule

Overtime

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company is hiring for a Forklift Operator in Plainfield, IN. The role runs on afternoons with a full-time schedule, and includes overtime and on-demand pay options. Initial 90‑day evaluation leads to potential permanent hire, with benefits after the period.

Typical duties include operating cherry picker and stand-up forklift, case and pallet picking, and inventory cycle counts. Must lift up to 50 lbs and work safely in a warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months previous forklift experience required.
• Ability to work at heights of 30+ feet.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate a cherry picker, stand-up forklift, and walkie stacker.
• Case pick, full pallet pick, load/unload – other duties on or off the forklift as assigned.
• Stow product.
• Cycle counts to maintain inventory levels.
• Follow all safety guidelines – safety shoes required.

Skills

Forklift experience

Stand-up forklift

Lift 50lbs

Job description

Forklift Operator | $19.00-$21.50/hr | Afternoon Shift | On Demand Pay

What You’ll Get:

• $19.00/hr, plus $2.50/hr shift differential
• On Demand Pay
• Opportunity for permanent hire after 90 days
• Full-time schedule
• Overtime Required

Shift:

3:00pm-11:00pm, Monday-Friday - overtime required including Saturday

Location:

700 Airtech Parkway, Plainfield, IN 46168

Path to Permanent Employment:

New hires participate in a 90-day evaluation period designed to support training and successful integration into the team.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate a cherry picker, stand-up forklift, and walkie stacker
• Case pick, full pallet pick, load/unload – other duties on or off the forklift as assigned
• Stow product
• Cycle counts to maintain inventory levels
• Follow all safety guidelines – safety shoes required

What We’re Looking For:

• 6 months previous forklift experience required
• Ability to work at heights of 30+ feet
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift 50lbs

Benefits Following 90-Day Evaluation Period:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

Plainfield Facility Culture & Engagement:

Safety First Standard; Employee Events; Holiday Parties; Employee Recognition Program; Advancement Opportunities; Diverse, Inclusive, and Tenured team.