Warehouse Operator/Forklift Operator

arcadiacold; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics in Crown Point, IN is seeking a Warehouse Operator I–III to support loading, unloading, stacking and case picking in a cold-storage environment. The role may involve operating a pallet jack and other material handling equipment.

Success requires reliability, teamwork and the ability to work safely, including overtime and weekend shifts as needed. Candidates may have 0–2 years for Operator I, 3–4 years for II, or 5+ years with reach truck experience for III.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must be able to learn and perform duties in a safe, productive manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Overtime and weekend availability may be required.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload, stack, sort and segregate products.
• Palletize goods for trucking and storage.
• Operate pallet jack and other MHE as needed.
• Maintain safety and OSHA-compliant practices.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff and leadership to complete tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety-first mindset

Ability to multitask

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stand Up Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Counterbalance Forklift

Reach Truck

Job description

At Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics, our mission is to design and deploy modern facilities and provide innovative solutions through the practical application of technology, creating meaningful value for our customers while helping them meet their strategic objectives – establishing The New Age of cold chain. We believe our employees make us different. Our goal is to attract; retain and develop the best employees available in the markets we serve. Only through the strength of our employees will we attain our business goals.

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE

This role will be responsible for loading, unloading, stacking, sorting and segregating, and case picking product. This role may operate a pallet jack to accomplish some of the tasks above.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Following proper handling procedure for products within the facility
• Working with accuracy and attention to detail on product orders
• Maintaining and working in a safe manner, in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards
• Palletizing goods and materials to put on trucks for transportation
• Successfully completing assigned tasks through coordination and teamwork with fellow warehouse employees and leaders
• Performing other duties as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be capable of learning and retaining the skills needed to work in a safe, productive manner
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team
• Must possess have a solid work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work overtime and weekends occasionally as required
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and change direction mid-stream

JOB LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS

Warehouse Operator I:

• 0-2 years of warehouse experience. Cold storage warehouse preferred but not required.
• Stand Up Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack, Counterbalance Forklift experience preferred but not required.

Warehouse Operator II:

• 3-4 years of warehouse experience. Cold storage warehouse preferred but not required.
• Stand Up Forklift experience required.
• Experience using other MHE equipment preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work at a Warehouse Operator I level as needed for coverage.

Warehouse Operator III:

• 5 years or more of warehouse experience. Cold storage warehouse preferred but not required.
• Reach truck experience required.
• Must possess the skills to cross training Warehouse Operator I and II employees as necessary to fulfill customer demands and maintain warehouse efficiencies and productivity.
• Must be able to work at Warehouse Operator I or II as needed for coverage.
• Must be comfortable working at multiple height levels within a warehouse environment.

All qualified Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.