Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st shift

Warehouse AssociatePenske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:$20.59 Base RateWork Schedule:Picker/Spider - Monday to Fridays 6:00AM to 2:30PMPackout/Spider - Monday to Fridays 9:00AM to 5:30PMMust also be available to work overtime and Saturdays as neededAdditional Benefits:Paid Time OffMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401KAssociate Referral Program$125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employmentOur associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!Job Responsibilities:Operate forklift, cherry picker, reach truck, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipmentComplies with all safety requirementsOperate printing machines and assemble componentsPackage or kit finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling)Electronically scan products using a warehouse management systemEnsure damaged products are identified and removed when receivedRead work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needsAssembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or conveys orders to packing station or shipping departmentWeighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standardsAccurately match numbers & lettersMaintain a clean and safe work areaStacks cardboard boxes and palletsOther projects and tasks as assigned by supervisorQualifications:No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.High school diploma or equivalent preferredProficient reading skills and ability to follow directions requiredAbility to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, excellent with numbers and time management skills requiredFlexible to work overtime preferredAbility to work in non-climate-controlled conditions requiredRegular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the jobWillingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location requiredComplete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.Physical Requirements:The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines, or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Wage: $20.59 per hourApplication Deadline: OngoingAbout Penske LogisticsPenske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.Job Category: WarehouseJob Family: WarehouseAddress: 150 Business Park DrPrimary Location: US-TN-LebanonEmployer: Penske Logistics LLCReq ID: 2612117