KP Forklift Operator (This position is based in Knoxville, TN)

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and safety‑conscious warehouse associate to operate a cherry picker in our distribution center. The role involves retrieving items from elevated storage locations and assisting with general warehouse duties. Prior experience operating a cherry picker or similar equipment (reach trucks, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, stretch wrappers) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various warehouse equipment in accordance with safety guidelines, including cherry pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and stretch wrappers.
• Store, maintain, stage, and transfer ingredients, components, finished goods, and supplies to appropriate work areas while ensuring accurate inventory via hand‑held RF scanners and reporting discrepancies.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers and stage them appropriately in the receiving area.
• Maintain proper lot rotation according to FIFO guidelines and coordinate disposal of expired ingredients, returned bulk, and other materials with appropriate department management.
• Maintain warehouse areas in accordance with established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) cleanliness and safety guidelines.
• Pass Melaleuca forklift operator certification program.
• Lift a minimum of 50 lb regularly and consistently over the duration of the shift.
• Perform pulling, stretching, bending, and lifting regularly and consistently over the duration of the shift.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally across all levels within the organization.
• Read, write, and follow established operational procedures.
• Perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) as needed.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment on a prolonged basis while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Requirements

• Ability to pass the Melaleuca forklift operator certification program.
• Physical ability to lift at least 50 lb regularly and perform pulling, stretching, and bending throughout the shift.
• Good written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to read, write, and follow established operational procedures.
• Basic math proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Capability to work safely and efficiently in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Pay

Starting pay: $16.10 per hour and up (depending on experience). Additional $2 per hour differential for the scheduled shift.

Schedule

Full‑time: Saturday – Wednesday, 4:30 am – 3:00 pm. Peak days occur 4–5 days per month.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Longevity Bonus (5 years – $5,000; 10 years – $10,000; 15 years – $15,000, etc.)
• Safety Bonus
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance
• Company profit sharing after 6 months of full‑time employment
• $100 monthly product voucher (soap, shampoo, laundry products, household cleaning products, personal care products, etc.)
• Clean indoor climate‑controlled work environment
• Company‑sponsored employee appreciation events
• Safe & all‑natural product line