Shipping Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

Lakeside Book Company; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Pay

Permanent hire after 90 days

Overtime required

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Plainfield, Indiana, is seeking a Forklift Operator for the afternoon shift. You will operate a cherry picker, stand-up forklift, and walkie stacker to move cases and pallets.

This role offers on-demand pay, a path to permanent hire after 90 days, and overtime; safety gear required, occasional Saturday overtime.

Qualifications

• 6 months forklift experience required.
• Ability to work at heights of 30+ feet.
• Able 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 operation

Tools

Cherry picker

Walkie stacker

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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!

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

What You’ll Get:

• On Demand Pay
• Opportunity for permanent hire after 90 days
• 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.

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.

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.