Warehouse Operator (Forklift Operator Night Shift)

Nestle; Hartwell (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pet care is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to enhance their warehouse operations. In this role, you'll be responsible for safely operating forklifts, loading and unloading products, and ensuring proper stock rotation using the FIFO method. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including performance-based incentives and healthcare coverage. Join a team that values integrity and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in a company that prioritizes community service and innovation in pet nutrition. If you have a passion for efficiency and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401k with Company Match

Healthcare Coverage

Performance-Based Incentives

Broad Range of Benefits

Qualifications

• 1+ years of forklift experience in a high volume setting.
• Ability to maintain productivity and efficiency in operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently while loading and unloading products.
• Perform maintenance and consolidation of product bins as needed.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Product Inspection

Stock Rotation (FIFO)

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Radio-Frequency (RF) Equipment

Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

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Responsibilities

1. Operate forklift and perform all job duties in a productive manner, demonstrating initiative and maintaining adequate levels of productivity, utilization, and efficiency.
2. Load proper quantities of quality, damage free product, in a safe manner and distributes the weight of the product in a proper manner.
3. Uses the proper paperwork and the radio-frequency (RF) equipment to complete tasks.
4. Unload product as directed while visually inspecting and identifying any damaged and defective goods.
5. Knowledge of all finished product and RF systems to facilitate a proper rotation of stock using the FIFO (First In First Out) method.
6. Perform maintenance and consolidation of product bins as needed in the Warehouse.

Requirements

1. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
2. 1+ years of forklift experience within a high volume distribution center, manufacturing or military environment

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $25.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

**REQUISITION ID:** 348884

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