Warehouse Loader / Forklift Operator

Shearer's Foods; Perham (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading snack manufacturer known for its commitment to quality and community. As a Warehouse Loader/Forklift Operator, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring efficient operations while enjoying a variety of benefits after just 30 days. This position offers competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of an inclusive workplace that values diversity. If you're ready to contribute to a fun and fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience operating propane sit-down lifts.
• Ability to keep up with a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and maintain safety standards.
• Support team efforts and assist in warehouse tasks.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interest in technology

Integrity and urgency

Customer service orientation

Curiosity and quick assessment

Team support and encouragement

Experience with propane sit-down lifts

Simple math skills

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

You already LOVE us and the SNACKS WE MAKE!

Chips, Cookies, Crackers, Wafers, Cheese Curls, Popcorn, Tortilla Chips... yeah, we make them ALL! Shearer's is the company behind all your favorite snack brands.

We have over 5,000 associates in 17state-of-the-art manufacturing and warehouse sites in North America that produce over 800 million pounds of snacks per year. Did you know that we buy 20% of all the potatoes grown in the US? WOW!

And we know what you're thinking...how can I get my hands on some free goodies? Our team members can take home free snacks!

Warehouse Loader / Forklift Operator
End-of-Week Days: 7AM-7PM Thursday/Friday/Saturday + every other Wednesday ($18.55/hour + $1/hr shift differential)
Beginning-of-Week Nights: 7PM-7AM Sunday/Monday/Tuesday + every other Wednesday ($18.55/hour + $2/hr shift differential)
Additional $1/hour once trained.

What you bring to the party:

We want to build the best team in the industry, so we're looking for people like you who not only can work as a part of a team, but also exhibit the following leadership behaviors:

• Good communication skills


• Interest in or experience with technology


• A high sense of integrity and the ability to act with urgency


• A drive to deliver the best result for the customer


• A curiosity to learn more, with the ability to assess situations quickly


• Ability to support, encourage and invest in a strong team


• Applicant must have at least 1 year of experience operating propane sit-down lifts, and be able to keep up with a fast repetitious pace


• Simple math skills are required


• Must be team player with ability to interact with both management and co-workers


• Must be able to work weekends and overtime when needed

Must be team player with ability to interact with both management and co-workers. Must be able to work weekends and overtime when needed. Experience: Prior warehouse, fork-lift, high-lift reach truck, and WMS system experience preferred.

We offer a variety pack of benefits after just 30 days:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate. Paid Time Off (PTO) available after 90-days.

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer's, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is your invitation to apply now!