Forklift Operator

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven. Position Summary Introducing Nestlé Purina’s new Batavia, Ohio, factory – just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. This world-class factory will be built from the ground up to produce a wide variety of some of the most trusted and beloved pet care brands in the U.S. Our passionate team in Batavia will work in an environment that values safety, the latest technology in manufacturing and a culture of learning. Help us write the next chapter of Purina’s history. As a Forklift Operator, you will perform a variety of tasks within our warehouse including loading and unloading trucks, case picking product, and staging finished product as it is released from our packing area. You will utilize digital systems for all shipping and receiving processes as well as communication across the Warehouse. Successful candidates must maintain a great attendance record and must be able to work overtime and off shifts. The first two weeks of this role will start on an onboarding schedule of Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm. After onboarding, the schedule will adjust to your assigned shift, either 6am-6pm OR 6pm-6am operating on 2-2-3 schedule. The starting pay for this position is $27.85/hr. with progression up to $31.07/hr. based on knowledge/skill demonstration, technical assessments and performance reviews. In this role, you will enjoy a retention bonus totaling $7,500, eligibility for overtime pay, a quarterly bonus, $500 Lifestyle Spending each year, full health benefits, 401k match, generous PTO, excellent maternity/paternity leave and more. Operate a forklift in a productive manner, demonstrating initiative while maintaining adequate levels of productivity, utilization, and efficiency. Safely load/unload trailers ensuring weight distribution, load integrity, and all shipping instructions are followed. Ensure product being loaded has cleared all quality checks prior to shipping. Unload product as directed while visually inspecting for damaged and defective materials. Maintain proficient knowledge of all finished product and RF systems to facilitate an accurate rotation of stock using the FIFO (First In First Out) method. Perform daily maintenance checks on forklifts and submit a written report to shift supervisor on needed repairs. Maintain general warehouse sanitation practices and organization including partial pallet consolidation, cycle counts, and maintaining accurate physical inventory. Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent 6+ months of forklift experience in a warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, military or related environment Pay: $27.85 per hour Bonus Eligibility:Yes The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at 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. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. 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, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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