Warehouse Material Handler

Great Northern Corp; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join its dynamic manufacturing team in Chippewa Falls. This role involves operating forklifts to load and unload products, ensuring quality control, and adhering to safety procedures. With a starting hourly wage of $22.50 and additional shift differentials, this position offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth. The company values teamwork and continuous improvement, making it an exciting place for individuals looking to advance their careers. Join a team that prioritizes safety, quality, and employee well-being, and make a meaningful impact in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Near-site Clinic

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance

401k with Company Match

Generous Profit Sharing

Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus

15 Days of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Referral Bonuses

Health Fitness Reimbursement

Employee Loan Program

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and handling materials in a warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to quality and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and prepare products for shipment using industrial forklifts.
• Follow quality procedures and ensure accurate order processing.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Quality Control

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Industrial Forklift

Job description

Posted Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets.

Great Northern – Chippewa Falls is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our growing manufacturing team! Are you ready to make a difference?

Shifts

Warehouse 1st Shift: Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 3:00pm and Friday 5:00am to 1:00pm

Warehouse 2nd Shift: Monday through Thursday, 3:00pm to 11:00pm, and Friday, 1:00pm to 9:00pm

Starting hourly wage is $22.50. An additional $1.50 hourly shift differential is applied while working on 2nd or 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

Our Forklift Operators are Responsible For:

1. Loading product for customer pick-up and prepares Common Carrier, UPS, RPS, and Federal Express Deliveries for shipment.
2. Operating industrial forklift truck to assist in unloading and loading raw materials and product from trucks and trailers, while checking for proper material and count quality.
3. Following Great Northern's quality procedures for accuracy and quality, randomly checking a minimum of one order per day.
4. Changing LP tanks safely, following written guidelines, or recharges electric forklift as needed.
5. Shrink-wrapping units as needed in preparation for shipping.
6. Regular and reliable attendance.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Expectations

To be successful your teammates will depend on you to have pride in your work, be on time, work safely, work effectively with others, be optimistic, take ownership of your responsibilities, and look for continuous improvement opportunities.

Opportunities for Growth

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

Benefits

How We Can Make a Difference:

• Near-site Clinic (Accessible to Team Member & Immediate Family Members)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• $1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.