Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Why Work for Saddle Creek?Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you're looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.BenefitsWeekly pay with skill pay and shift differentialsBenefits package including medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursementMedical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discountsHSA with annual employer contributionWeekly 401(k) matchVacation immediately upon hire8 holidays per calendar yearPersonal time after 90 daysEAP and identity theft protectionTuition reimbursementCompany paid life insurance and short term disabilityPay in CaliforniaBase pay from $XX.00 - $XX.00 per hour based on skills and experience2nd Shift differential starting at $.503rd Shift differential starting at $1.50Pay in Edwardsville, ILBase pay from $XX.00 - $XX.00 per hour based on skills and experience2nd Shift differential starting at $1.003rd Shift differential starting at $1.25Weekend AM differential starting at $1.50Weekend PM differential starting at $2.00Pay in Joliet, ILBase pay from $XX.00 - $XX.00 per hour based on skills and experience2nd Shift differential starting at $1.50Pay in Florence, NJBase pay from $XX.00 - $XX.00 per hour based on skills and experience2nd Shift differential starting at $1.00SummaryForklift Operators are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a warehouse. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position.What You'll DoOperate a forklift safely and efficiently, in accordance with company or site-specific safety policies and procedures.Load and unload trailers, railcars, and transports to designated area.Check product on inbound/outbound to ensure that items and quantities are correct and there is no damage.Use handheld scanners/equipment for warehouse management system compliance.Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.Participate in keeping the facility maintained in a clean, neat, and orderly fashion.Additional duties assigned by supervisor.What We Need from YouMust be eighteen (18) years of age or older.Minimum of 1 year experience operating a forklift.Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically exerting tasks of the jobs in a warehouse environment that may be non-temperature controlled, meaning the indoor temperature fluctuates throughout each season.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.Helpful Experience (Not Required)High school diploma or equivalent.Experience with RF equipment.Warehouse experience in a high-volume environment; experience in a food grade, refrigerated warehouse helpful.Familiarity with and ability to use order management systems such as WMS.Forklift certified.