Stand-Up Forklift Operator – Weekend 2nd Shift

Marzetti Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Paid parental leave and paid time off

Tuition assistance

Well-being incentives and on-site care

Mental health benefits

Job summary

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Stand-Up Forklift Operator for a second shift in our climate-controlled Kentucky facility. This role receives, ships, transfers, and stores materials using powered industrial trucks to ensure continuous production.

Strong safety and accuracy are essential as you manage inventory and prepare pallets for shipping. The position requires 1–2 years of forklift experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to read and follow directions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must obtain industrial truck certification and safely operate hi-lo/stand-up forklift.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Basic math and mechanical aptitude; comfortable with computers and inventory systems.
• 1–2 years’ experience operating a forklift in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal directions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and ship raw materials, packaging materials and finished products using powered industrial trucks.
• Replenish supplies to production areas as needed.
• Unload inbound materials and inspect containers for damage; document accurately.
• Rotate, label, and store inventory correctly; ensure system accuracy.
• Wrap and prepare finished product pallets for shipping; seal trailers after loading.
• Train new and current employees on proper procedures.

Skills

Industrial truck certification

Communication skills

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & following directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Stand-Up Forklift Operator for a second shift in our climate-controlled Kentucky facility. This role receives, ships, transfers, and stores materials using powered industrial trucks to ensure continuous production.

Strong safety and accuracy are essential as you manage inventory and prepare pallets for shipping. The position requires 1–2 years of forklift experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to read and follow directions in a fast-paced