Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating a stand-up forklift to supply production lines with raw materials, stage finished products in the freezer, and load/unload trailers. You will use an RF scan gun to document the movement of materials accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift to transport raw materials and finished products.
• Stage finished products in the freezer.
• Load and unload trailers efficiently.
• Utilize RF scan gun to document material movement.

Essential Skills

• 2 years of stand-up forklift experience.
• 2 years of RF scan gun experience.
• Ability to lift 40lbs consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Material handling experience.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a Union, with eligibility for benefits starting the first of the month after 60 days of employment. Employees can advance to Operator 2 with a 50-cent raise after 6 months, and to Level 3 with an additional 50-cent raise after 1 year. Additionally, all employees receive a 2.5% annual increase on January 1st each year.

Work Environment

The position is on the 2nd shift, from 3:45 PM to 1 AM, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Overtime is paid for any hours worked over 8 per shift, with candidates typically working 50+ hours a week. The work takes place in a GMP Food Production Environment, requiring the wearing of an overcoat, gloves, hardhat, ear plugs, safety glasses, and knee-high non-slip rubber boots. The production floor is refrigerated, maintaining temperatures between 30-40 degrees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.