Warehouse Operator III

About the role

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands such as Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, and Compleat Organic Blends®. We also leverage extensive pharmaceutical expertise to develop innovative medicines for gastrointestinal and metabolic‑related diseases. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit, professional growth, and a collaborative environment that supports physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Position Summary

The Warehouse III Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material‑handling equipment to support warehouse operations, while also being able to fulfill duties of Warehouse I and II as needed. This role ensures accurate picking, shipping, and receiving, maintains organized workspaces, and serves as a subject‑matter expert for cycle‑count processes and inventory accuracy. The operator reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and receives daily direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment safely to move materials within the warehouse, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to designated areas.
• Load and unload trucks, verifying incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, packing lists, and purchase orders.
• Conduct regular inspections of forklifts and equipment, reporting maintenance or safety issues to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by performing cycle counts, reconciling discrepancies, and updating inventory management systems.
• Organize and maintain warehouse storage areas, ensuring materials are properly labeled, stored, and easily accessible.
• Collaborate with warehouse team members to coordinate daily activities, prioritize tasks, and ensure efficient workflow.
• Provide updates, report issues, and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Pick, pack, and stage materials accurately for shipment, following established procedures and safety guidelines while maintaining KPIs.
• Engage in daily shift meetings using two‑way communications to review shift results against goals.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks and other duties as assigned.
• Act as an on‑the‑job trainer, delivering essential training to associates for specific job functions.

Experience and Education Requirements

• 3+ years of experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Proven experience operating forklifts and other material‑handling equipment in a warehouse or distribution center setting.

Required and Preferred Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic mathematical abilities.
• Computer and technical skills related to equipment, systems, and programs.
• Organizational and time‑management capabilities.

Additional Notes

• Physical ability to repeatedly walk, kneel, lift, stand, climb, bend, reach, etc., within a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment.
• Work collaboratively with a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Maintain effectiveness during major changes in tasks, processes, or work structures.
• Follow safety rules, SOPs, GMPs, and all other company policies and processes.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lb; may move 50 lb+ with assistance.
• Required vision capabilities: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay

$21.85 – $22.35 per hour. Bonus eligibility: Yes. The pay range is a good‑faith estimate; final compensation may vary based on knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Benefits

Nestlé offers a competitive total rewards package that includes performance‑based incentives, a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Details can be found at Nestlé US Benefits.