Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Penske Logistics LLC; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Job summary

Penske Logistics LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team in Princeton, IN. This role operates forklifts and related equipment to load, unload, move, relocate, and stack items, while maintaining accuracy and safety standards.

We offer competitive wages and benefits, with an emphasis on safety, attendance, and dependable performance. The position supports overtime and Saturday work as needed, and employees may participate in our associate incentive and benefit programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions required.
• Flexible to overtime and night shifts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit down counterbalance forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment.
• Read work orders or instructions to determine assignments and equipment needs.
• Load and unload trailers; move materials within the warehouse.
• Read numbers and letters accurately.
• Scan products using a warehouse management system.
• Stage and sort products for loading.
• Open and close dock doors.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management system

Job description

Position Summary:

Penske Logistics is looking for Forklift Operators to join our excellent team! The position operates forklifts to load, unload, move, relocate, and stack items within the warehouse environment. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to workplace safety. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:

• Base Rate: $19.68
• Shift Differential: $1.00
• Total Pay: $20.68 per hour

Shift Details:

• Monday-Friday , 6:45PM - 4:00AM
• Overtime and Occasional Saturdays

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate sit down counterbalance forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as needed
• Read work orders or receive instructions to determine work assignments and equipment needs
• Loads and unloads trailers; moves materials within the warehouse
• Accurately match numbers & letters
• Electronically scan products using a warehouse management system
• Accurately stage and sort products for loading
• Opens and closes dock doors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Sorts and places parts in racks or other designated areas
• Stacks pallets, bins, totes, etc.
• Complies with all safety requirements
• Shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling as required

Qualifications:

• General Forklift, Clamp Truck, Cherry Picker, or Reach Truck experience preferred
• No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions required
• Ability to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, excellent with numbers and time management skills required
• Flexible to work overtime preferred
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to work independently, customer service, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, and time management skills required
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required
• Complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines, or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 809 E County Rd 525 S

Primary Location: US-IN-Princeton

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2607909