Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator (Cold Storage)

Lifeway Foods, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeway Foods, Inc in Wisconsin is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Worker to operate a forklift, load and unload trailers, pick and stage orders, and ensure accurate shipping documentation. The role emphasizes safety, SQF compliance, and working in a cold environment.

You will communicate with drivers, maintain orderly work areas, count and verify product, and help with trailer inspections while following SOPs and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Basic math and ability to read and write reports.
• Comfortable working in very cold environment and following SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to relocate, stack, wrap, and count merchandise.
• Load and unload trailers; ensure accurate shipments.
• Prepare shipping documents and verify lot codes.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform trailer inspections and report discrepancies.
• Communicate with drivers and team members to coordinate shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load and unload

Shipping documentation

Safety compliance

Communication with drivers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manufacturing software

Inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Lifeway Foods, Inc in Wisconsin is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Worker to operate a forklift, load and unload trailers, pick and stage orders, and ensure accurate shipping documentation. The role emphasizes safety, SQF compliance, and working in a cold environment.

You will communicate with drivers, maintain orderly work areas, count and verify product, and help with trailer inspections while following SOPs and company policies.