Warehouse Forklift Driver

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc.; Caldwell, Northern (ID, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days PTO

6 Holidays

401k match 4%

Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Discount on purchases

Fuel discount

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship programs

On-demand pay

Referral bonus

Performance bonuses

Merit pay increases

Pay cards

Job summary

Capitol Distributing in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The role involves operating standing forklifts, handling receiving, storage, and loading of materials, and contributing to safe, efficient distribution for our customers.

We offer a full-time schedule including 1 weekend day, with overtime as needed and a comprehensive benefits package (PTO, holidays, 401k match, medical/dental/vision, tuition assistance, and more).

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience.
• Standing forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
• Ability to attend and pass onsite forklift driving training as requested.
• Must be able to work other jobs within the warehouse as needed.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates standing forklifts to move pallets in receiving, storage and loading areas.
• Identifies, verifies and transports materials or pallets as requested.
• Keeps inventory accurate by storing items in assigned locations.
• Uses scanning devices to log and stock products daily.
• May fill other warehouse positions as needed.
• Communicates with supervisor to meet business objectives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Tools

Scanning devices

Job description

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America

Job Description

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 an hour + bonuses and differentials.

Schedule: Full-time including 1 weekend day. Overtime may be required based on business needs and operational demands.

• 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Annually
• 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• (15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• Up to $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $2,000 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases

About Capitol

Capitol Distributing is the largest convenience wholesale distributor in Idaho. Founded in 1983, Capitol delivers to retailers across the Western United States from its 300,000 square foot distribution center in Caldwell, Idaho.

Job Responsibilities

Forklift Operators are responsible for operating standing forklifts throughout the warehouse which can include receiving, storage, supply and loading areas.

• Obtains distribution of orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested materials, equipment, or pallets accordingly.
• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including tucks, storage bays, and staging areas.
• Apply understanding of forklift operations, safety, and loading capacities.
• Communicates with supervisor and floors lead on a regular basis to meet business objectives.
• Ensures accuracy of product inventory and storage through placing items in assigned locations.
• May be asked to use scanning devices to log and stock products daily.
• Operators may fill other positions as needed.

Working Conditions

Forklift drivers at Capitol will work in regular or freezer temperatures. Individuals working in freezer conditions will be provided with adequate cold gear and receive additional hourly differentials. Capitol uses standing forklifts to move pallets of materials in narrow & crowded areas. This role will require general physical movement such as frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching, lifting 70+Lbs, and overhead lifting. This position repetitively uses both hands by grasping products and loading the product on the forklift. The employees will frequently bend, twist, stoop, and frequently get on and off the lift. The individual will also be expected to follow and understand basic instructions/policies.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience.
• Standing forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
• Ability to attend and pass onsite forklift driving training as requested.
• Must be able to work other jobs within the warehouse as needed.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime as needed.

C apitol Distributing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America