Warehouse Forklift

McLane Company, Inc.; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Company-paid life insurance

Vacation and sick leave accrual from 1

Paid holidays after 90 days

401(k) profit sharing

Pet insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. in Austell, GA is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator for the 3rd shift. You will operate a forklift, enter data into the system, and move products to designated areas while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

This full-time role requires lifting up to 100 pounds, working nights and weekends, and being comfortable in all warehouse areas. Benefits begin after 60 days, with opportunities for advancement within a safety‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating a forklift or RF scanner/utility.
• Able to lift 25–100 pounds and work at heights; read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Identify products to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Enter assigned products for each shift into the computer system.
• Place product in designated areas.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Forklift Operator!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We’re dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top‑of‑the‑line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn’t be where we are without our warehouse team. It’s why we’ve built a culture‑focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry‑leading benefits.

Benefits You Can Count On

• Pay rate: $20.00/hr.
• 11pm-7am
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company‑paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What You’ll Do As a Warehouse Forklift Operator

• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Enter assigned products for each shift into the computer system.
• Place product in designated areas.
• Keep the work area clean by picking up paper, plastic wrappers, scrap wood, and broken pallets.
• This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

Qualifications You’ll Bring As a Warehouse Teammate

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have previous experience operating a forklift or RF utility.
• Bring a high degree of attention, skill, and dexterity to controlling a pallet jack and stacking product on a pallet.
• Be able to meet assigned goals for throughput and accuracy.
• Be able to bend and lift 25-100 pounds and work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Be available to work 10-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be willing to work in all areas of the warehouse, such as freezer, cooler, and dry areas.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Problem solver
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward — together. We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e‑commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people‑centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Primary Location

United States-Georgia-Austell

Work Locations

DC Austell

Business Unit

FS637

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

3rd - Overnight

Employee Status

Regular