Overview
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Base pay range
$16.00/hr - $17.00/hr
The Forklift Operator will perform a variety of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse.
- 1st Shift — 6:00 am – 4:30 pm — $16.00 per hour
- 2nd Shift — 5:00 pm – 3:30 am — $17.00 per hour
- 4 Day Work Week
- Weekly Pay
Responsibilities
- Select customer orders from shelves, place onto pallet, and load onto trailer
- Operate an industrial forklift in a safe and responsible manner
- Retrieve and stack product; use appropriate equipment
- Utilize an on-board computer and wireless RF system
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Assist other warehouse workers in completing tasks as requested by the Warehouse Manager or immediate supervisor
Qualifications
- Demonstrated and proven track record of proficiency on all powered industrial vehicle (PIV) equipment operated in the warehouse
- Ability to lift heavy objects (occasionally 40–50 lbs.) with or without reasonable accommodation for an entire shift
- Overtime is required based on business demands, sometimes on short notice
- Ability to understand written English without the assistance of translation software
- Previous equipment operation experience required
- Obtain all necessary certifications required by OSHA upon hire
- Must be dependable and a team player
- Strong attention to detail
Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.
Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.
Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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