Make and Ship Operator, 1st Shift

About the role

As a Make & Ship Operator, you will coordinate and transfer finished goods from manufacturing to distribution. You will safely operate a forklift and/or reach truck to move and store materials. Each day you will receive pallets from the filling department and transfer finished goods to either the distribution warehouse or stage for an outgoing truck. You will begin your shift by performing the safety checklist for your powered industrial vehicles (PIV). Throughout your shift, you will use a scan gun to direct and coordinate moving finished goods from the filling department to the truck or staging areas. Basic computer skills are required as you will be creating the Bill of Lading (BOL). Based on production needs, you may be asked to help in the Receiving Department. All team members are expected to keep their workstations safe and clean at all times, which includes the staging and dock area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and transfer finished goods from manufacturing to distribution.
• Safely operate forklift and/or reach truck to move and store materials.
• Receive pallets from the filling department and transfer finished goods to the distribution warehouse or stage for outgoing trucks.
• Perform the safety checklist for powered industrial vehicles (PIV) at the start of each shift.
• Use a scan gun to direct and coordinate movement of finished goods from the filling department to truck or staging areas.
• Create the Bill of Lading (BOL) using basic computer skills.
• Assist in the Receiving Department as needed based on production needs.
• Maintain safe and clean workstations, including the staging and dock area.
• Lift individual paint cans or full cases (up to 75 lbs) several times throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Completed high school education required.
• Previous forklift experience preferred; willingness to complete training and obtain forklift certification accepted for candidates without prior experience.
• Confident navigating basic computer systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Dedication to safety.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs repeatedly.

Pay

Starting wage is $19.50 per hour, with a $0.50/hour increase after 6 months of employment and another $0.50/hour increase after one year. Shifts that start at 12 PM or later (off‑shifts) receive a $3/hour shift differential. Quarterly and holiday bonuses are also available.

Benefits

• Accrue 15 paid vacation days in the first year.
• 5 days of sick time off per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match.
• Annual retirement profit‑sharing payments.
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families.
• Access to a comprehensive list of benefits and