Forklift Operator - 12-hour NIGHT shift (Stand-Up & Sit-Down Experience Required)

Location: Middletown, OH

About the role

The warehouse associate will operate a forklift to move, put-away, relocate, and stack materials in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism with all employees and outside services.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move, pick, and store products, maximizing storage by stacking vertically
• Work with racking systems and load/unload pallets
• Collaborate in a team environment for joint problem-solving
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including using horns and maintaining safe speeds
• Read production work orders, customer orders, and purchase orders to determine items to be moved or picked
• Follow directions from supervision/leads, prioritize tasks, and display a sense of urgency
• Receive raw materials using the ERP system, validate receipts against packing slips, placard skids, and put away into storage locations
• Ensure stock rotation in accordance with FIFO (First In/First Out) procedures
• Combine, count, and mark partial items properly to maintain inventory accuracy
• Complete put-away, storage, and handling of finished goods and raw materials accurately
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous forklift experience (1 year preferred)
• Satisfactory completion of internal forklift training program
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to train in other areas of the plant
• Availability to work overtime on short notice, including weekends, evenings, or holidays
• Capability to perform basic arithmetic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Skills

• Preferred experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365

Physical Demands

• Forklift/mechanical equipment operation for 95% of the workday
• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment

• Manufacturing area with high noise levels requiring hearing protection
• Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on the season and area, with limited temperature regulation
• Presence of complex machinery and equipment; requires awareness of moving parts and operational hazards

Pay

$18.50 per hour and above, based on relevant experience. Night shift receives an additional $1.10 shift premium.

Schedule

12-hour shift on a 2-2-3-2 rotation.