Warehouse Forklift Driver - Warehouse

Select Custom Solutions; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays Off

Uniform Program

Shoe Allowance

Onsite gym

Career Advancement Opportunities

Leadership Development

Opportunities to support our local  

Sustainability initiatives

Commitment to quality nutrition

Job summary

Select Custom Solutions in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Driver to support efficient warehouse operations, following SOPs and safety practices. The role covers multiple warehouse areas, with a Monday–Friday 7am–3pm schedule and potential cross-location assignments.

No prior experience required; in-house training provided. Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic math/computer skills, plus OSHA forklift certification as applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Previous work experience in a warehouse environment preferred.
• SCS Forklift Driver Certification as required by OSHA.
• Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Basic computer operational skills; input and retrieve computerized information.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs for truck-loading and freight receiving.
• Keep warehouse organized and scan products into correct locations.
• Read ingredients and count bags on pallets.
• Complete paperwork for shipping/receiving documentation.
• Mentor new Warehouse/Forklift Drivers.
• Floating to different locations as needed

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Math basics

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

What Select offers you

Shape What’s Next At Select Custom Solutions

At Select Custom Solutions, we don’t just make ingredients—we create possibilities. From La Crosse, WI, our team brings innovation and expertise to contract manufacturing, branded dairy and non-dairy ingredients, custom blends, and ingredient distribution. With modern facilities and cutting-edge capabilities, we help some of the world’s most trusted brands deliver products that make a difference in people’s lives.

With a strong focus on growth, innovation, and excellence, Select Custom Solutions offers opportunities to be part of meaningful work that impacts industries worldwide. Whether you’re working hands‑on in manufacturing or supporting operations, your contributions help drive the future of food and nutrition.

We’re proud to be partnered with Select Milk Producers, one of the nation’s most progressive dairy cooperatives. With over 110 family‑owned dairies and multiple processing plants and joint ventures nationwide, our partnership connects us to a powerful network driving the future of food and nutrition.

Join Us—and Help Shape What’s Next

What Select offers you

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings (health, dental, vision, etc.):

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays Off
• Uniform Program
• Shoe Allowance
• Onsite gym
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Opportunities to support our local communities
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What This Role Is All About

We are looking for a Warehouse Forklift Driver in La Crosse, WI.

The Warehouse Forklift Driver-Warehouse performs all tasks involved in efficient and effective operation of the warehouse, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and practicing safe work habits to ensure the warehouse environment is as efficient and safe as possible. Warehouse/Forklift Drivers are expected to be available to work in all areas of the warehouse.

• Monday through Friday 7am to 3pm

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures for truck-loading procedures are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures for freight receiving procedures are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure the warehouse is properly organized and that products are scanned into correct locations.
• Read ingredients and count bags on pallets.
• Complete necessary paperwork to ensure all documentation requirements met during shipping/receiving process.
• Mentor new Warehouse/Forklift Drivers.
• Floating to different locations as needed

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Contact with Production, Inventory, and Quality Assurance to obtain and provide information.
• Contact with federal/state/regulatory inspectors on an annual basis.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety Protocol.
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Education Required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience Required

• No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Previous work experience in a warehouse environment preferred.

Certification/Licensure Required

• SCS Forklift Driver Certification as required by OSHA.

Skills Required

• Work performed accurately, reliably, thoroughly, timely, and within safety guidelines
• Effectively communicates and develops good working relationships with all employees.
• Follow one- or two-step verbal instructions; read and follow written instructions; perform routine and repetitive tasks and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, procedures, and standards.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Core Competencies

• Create a customer-centric experience; dedication to providing the highest quality services which meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Drive continuous improvement; while embracing change that comes with it, always find better ways to perform work; strive to innovate.
• Being accountable; can be counted on to commit and achieve goals successfully.
• Build strong teams; creating a climate in which people feel empowered to be their best.
• Lead self-development; committed to and actively work to continuously improve personally and professionally.

Where You’ll Be Working

Our La Crosse, WI, plant is home to approximately 330 employees. This facility supplies the food, beverage, and nutritional industries with innovative functional ingredients and superior quality contract manufacturing services.

La Crosse, WI, is nestled between the Mississippi River and the rolling river bluffs. This town is home to a plethora of colleges, high-quality health care, community events, and cultural opportunities. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities there are many opportunities, such as hiking, cycling, skiing, and boating. The town hosts multiple events annually and is famously known for their Oktoberfest celebration as well as offering a minor league baseball team. Visit the La Crosse Chamber site https://www.lacrossechamber.com/ for more information on local events.

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