Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

A large manufacturer in Anderson, IN is searching for a Sit-Down Forklift Operator for their Supply Chain department. The position offers both morning and night shifts, following a 2-2-3 schedule. This role involves handling materials and ensuring smooth operations within the distribution center.

Responsibilities

• Palletizing orders for the distribution center.
• Operating sit-down forklift to move material from machine lines to stage for the distribution center.
• Moving and staging both empty and full pallets of material.
• Wrapping top of pallets to send to the wrapping machine.

Essential Skills

• Sit-down forklift experience.
• Ability to comply with PPE requirements in GMP facility.
• Self-motivated and staying on task.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• RF scanner experience.
• Picking experience in a warehouse environment.
• Electric pallet jack experience.

Why Work Here?

Once hired directly, pay increases to $24+ per hour. Employees benefit from a 401k plan, health benefits that start 30 days after being hired directly, access to a company store, tuition reimbursement, and monthly team-provided lunches. The company offers opportunities for upward mobility, as demonstrated by employees who have advanced from entry-level positions to managerial roles over time.

Work Environment

The work environment is a food manufacturing facility, requiring adherence to specific PPE and GMP standards. Employees must wear jeans, steel-toed or composite-toed shoes, and company-issued uniforms. Personal protective equipment includes hairnets, beard nets, gloves, and restrictions on jewelry and personal accessories. The facility ensures cleanliness and safety, with strict guidelines on attire and behavior in production areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anderson, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Anderson, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.