Forklift Operator- 1st shift $22/hr.

Forklift Operator At AriensCo in Kenosha, WI, we're on the lookout for a talented Forklift Operator to join our dedicated team. As a vital contributor to our distribution process, you'll play a crucial role ensuring the efficient movement and management of materials critical to our operations. Pay: Starting at $22.00/hour Schedule & Shift hours: Monday–Friday 8:00AM–4:30PM Day to Day Responsibilities Material Handling Expertise: Collaborate within a team responsible for the safe handling of materials essential for outdoor power equipment manufacturing Inventory Management: Precisely handle raw materials and parts, ensuring they are stored in designated locations Equipment Operation: Proficiently operate machinery necessary to execute job tasks Adherence to Standards: Maintain strict adherence to established standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality Team Support: Assist fellow team members in various areas to collectively achieve daily production targets Accurate Documentation: Record essential information in compliance with standard work protocols Loading and Unloading: Efficiently load and unload materials and units onto trucks as needed AS400 Data Entry: Enter material movement data into the AS400 system for accurate tracking Timely Deliveries: Deliver the right parts in the correct quantities to assembly cells or work centers in a punctual manner Receiving Duties: Offload incoming products and transfer them to designated storage locations Set‑Up Assistance: Provide support for set‑up duties as needed to ensure smooth operations Goal‑Oriented Collaboration: Collaborate with team members across various departments to achieve daily production targets effectively Other duties as needed Qualifications Effective Communication Skills: Proficient in communicating effectively within a team and across various levels of the organization Physical Endurance: Capable of standing for extended periods, often exceeding 8 hours per day Manual Dexterity: Skilled in using hands to accurately position parts in place as required Lifting Ability: Demonstrated capacity to lift objects weighing up to 35 pounds at varying frequencies PPE Compliance: Strict adherence to wearing the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for safety Team Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly as part of a team, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment Forklift and Equipment Operation: Proven experience in the safe and proficient operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment. Stand‑up and Reach Truck experience preferred Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan 401(k) match and profit‑sharing plans Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Short Term Disability Parental Leave Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement Employee Product Purchase Program 50% Daycare discount Brillion Early Learning Center 10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide, excluding Brillion Early Learning Center Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health Brillion Campus only Near‑site & Urgent Care Clinic options Brillion Campus only EEO Statement The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat. AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr AriensCo