Warehouse Mid-Shift Forklift Operator (Baton Rouge)

Crescent Crown Distributing; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Crown Distributing, LLC is looking for an experienced warehouse associate in Baton Rouge, LA 70815. You will support mid-shift operations, loading, receiving, and pallet movement, while ensuring safety and accuracy.

You will operate a forklift and ride/walk pallet jacks to pull orders for next-day delivery. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly, work in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Forklift experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment required.
• Physical ability to perform warehouse duties and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Strong communication with supervisors and teammates.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior food/beverage warehouse experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Support mid-shift warehouse functions in a safe, accurate, efficient manner.
• Operate forklift and ride/walk pallet jacks to pull orders for next-day delivery.
• Load, receive, replenishment, and check-in of trucks and returns.
• Maintain safety policies and procedures and effective interdepartmental communication.
• Adhere to Crescent Crown Vision and work with accuracy and teamwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Baton Rouge-6 - Baton Rouge, LA 70815, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Warehouse,

Support warehouse functions of mid shift in a safe, accurate, efficient and effective manner, including but not limited to: selection, loading, receiving, replenishment, checking in trucks and returns. Responsible for the safe and effective operation and pre-trip inspection of forklifts, as well as adherence to all Safety policies and procedures. Develop and maintain solid interdepartmental relationships, including effective and consistent communication and attention to detail. Continually support and embrace the Crescent Crown Vision. This position operates a forklift as well as Ride/Walk pallet jacks. Requires fast-paced repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs. during mid shift. Prior food/beverage, or other similar fast-paced warehouse experience is desired.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Forklift experience in a fast pace warehouse environment required
• Physical ability to perform warehouse duties;
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors;
• Ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both individually as well as part of a team;
• Needs to be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic and practice ethical conduct;
• Reports to work on a regular and timely basis;
• Extended hours may be required as service needs dictate;
• Promotes and observes safety and security procedures, uses equipment and materials properly;
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification and regularly operate forklift and/or ride/walk pallet jack to pull orders for next day delivery;
• Ability to regularly lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally push/pull over 240 lbs.;
• Requires fast-paced repetitive lifting of at least 50 lbs. continuously throughout shift and pay is based on performance/accuracy:
• Able to regularly bend, reach, stoop, and walk throughout warehouse;
• Able to maneuver dolly effectively;
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred;
• One (1) year of previous warehouse experience desired;
• Prior food/beverage, or other similar fast-paced order picking experience is desired;

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for this position. An employment application will only be considered active for 30 days.

Additional Notes:

If applicable, candidates for this position may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment criminal background, motor vehicle record, D.O.T. safety performance and drug/alcohol history, employment/education verification, reference checks and post-offer physical examination and drug/alcohol screening in accordance with the Company’s hiring process and substance abuse policies.

Crescent Crown Distributing, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, veteran status or status as a qualified individual with disability.