Lead Forklift Operator (Full-time) - Day Shift

SHIFT/SCHEDULE 1st shift, Monday - Friday; 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. ONBOARDING SCHEDULE Structured 4-5 day onboarding program from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, all new employees complete during the first week. POSITION SUMMARY As a Lead Forklift Operator/Warehouse Operator IV, you’ll lead daily warehouse operations while serving as a subject‐matter expert in inventory accuracy and material handling. You’ll guide workflow, train team members, and support department goals and KPIs. In the absence of a supervisor, you’ll coordinate tasks and provide updates to leadership. Your experience and leadership help us deliver the products people love — safely, efficiently, and consistently. RESPONSIBILITIES Operate forklifts and advanced material‑handling equipment Verify shipments and update inventory systems Perform cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies Organize and label warehouse storage areas Pick, pack, and stage materials for shipment Train team members and support on‑the‑job learning Lead daily workflow and provide updates to leadership Collaborate across teams to support smooth operations Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies Perform other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or GED preferred 3+ years of warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred Ability to obtain forklift certification Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout your shift Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens Flexible to work overtime based on business needs Experience leading or training others preferred SKILLS Comfortable using computers, tablets, and inventory systems Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Able to read, write, and understand English Strong organization and time‑management Team‑oriented, dependable, and professional EEO & Inclusion It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. The Nestlé Companies are equal‑employment‑opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at Job Requisition: 401888 #J-18808-Ljbffr