Forklift Operator - 1st Shift
Forklift Operator – 1st shift, full-time position located at 8598 E. County Road 100 S., Avon, IN 46123.
About Us
Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.
The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries. Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.
What You'll Do
- Operate reach truck, order picker, turret truck, and/or pallet jack – must be comfortable with heights of 20+ feet and operating equipment in narrow aisles
- Safely move, store, and retrieve inventory in racks and bulk storage areas
- Load, unload, and stage material
- Follow all safety guidelines – safety shoes required
Requirements
- Previous forklift experience – required
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift 50lbs
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills – ability to work with drivers, carriers, and warehouse personnel
- Ability to read and follow work assignments, RF Scanner instructions, and WMS transactions
Pay
$19.00/hr
Schedule
1st shift (7:00am-3:00pm), Monday-Friday – overtime required including Saturday
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k with company match
- Prorated paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- On Demand Pay
- Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program
- Advancement Opportunities
Culture & Engagement
- Safety First Standard
- Employee appreciation & recognition programs
- Career growth opportunities