Warehouse Specialist I

McLane Company, Inc.; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

FSA/HSA and company-paid life

Vacation time and sick leave from day

Paid holidays after 90 days

Pet insurance

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Selector I to support item selection across multiple warehouse zones, operating a reach truck and pallet jack, and ensuring accurate loading of trucks.

Responsibilities include picking, stacking, labeling, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while meeting daily deadlines. Training pays start at $20.75–$23.00/hour, with higher rates during 100% production and shift options; full benefits begin by day 60, with a 4-day work week on 1st shift or 3rd

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• 1 year distribution warehouse experience preferred (reach truck, pallet jack, forklift).
• Able to lift 50 lbs+ and perform basic inspections.

Responsibilities

• May work in Dry, Refrigerated, Perishables, Freezer, and other areas.
• Drive and operate reach truck and pallet jack to select, pull, sort, and stack product.
• Select product, load trucks, move product between loading dock and warehouse.
• Review documents and verify quantity, identity, availability, and condition of product.
• Hand-stack when needed and shrink-wrap outgoing orders.

Skills

Reach truck operation

Pallet jack

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description - Warehouse Specialist I (JR111651)

Warehouse Specialist I - ( JR111651 )

Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Selector!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We're dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn’t be where we are without our warehouse team. It’s why we’ve built a culture-focused and diverse environment that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay rate: Training/Starting pay (based on experience)- $20.75-$23.00 per hour, 100% Production - $23.75-$25.55 per hour, with potential of additional pay incentives.

1st Shift - 8:00am start time, 4-day work week. 2 weekdays and Saturdays off; Required to work Sundays. Work until completion each day.

3rd Shift - (4 Shift Options): (1) Sunday - Thursday, 10:00pm start time, (2) Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00pm start time, (3) Monday - Friday, 6:00pm start time, or (4) Friday - Sunday, 6:00pm start time. Work until completion each day

• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Warehouse Selector:

• May work in various areas of the warehouse such as Dry, Refrigerated, Perishables, Freezer, and others.
• Drive and operate a reach truck and pallet jack to select, pull, sort, and stack product within the warehouse and dock .
• Select product and load trucks, moving product between the loading dock and the warehouse and moving product within the warehouse.
• McLane provides freezer suits, hats, and gloves to you.
• Review documents and record information; verify quantity, identity, availability, and condition of product.
• Hand-stack product on occasion when items are off balance or in the wrong location.
• Shrink-wrap and label outgoing orders and remove shrink wrap from incoming orders.
• Clean work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Warehouse Teammate:

• At least 18 years of age.
• At least 1 year of distribution warehouse experience, including operation of reach truck, pallet jack, and forklift is preferred, but not required.
• Able to perform accurate visual inspections and repeatedly lift to 50 pounds or more.

This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.