Forklift Operator 1st Shift; Stand-Up & Sit-Down

Job Title

Warehouse Associate I

1st shift (8am to 4pm, M-F)

$18.50

Middletown, OH

The warehouse associate will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, put‑away, relocate, and stack items in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Warehouse Associates conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times with employees and outside services.

• Work in a warehouse environment: order selecting, picking, product storage, and product staging.
• Use racking systems and load/unload pallets, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
• Collaborate in a team environment and solve problems jointly.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
• Read production work orders, customer orders, and purchase orders to determine items to be moved or picked.
• Operate forklift safely, observing all safety rules, using the horn, and maintaining proper speeds.
• Follow directions from supervision or leads.
• Prioritize tasks and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Receive raw materials, validate receipts against packing slips using the ERP system, placard each skid, and put away items into storage locations.
• Rotate stock in accordance with FIFO (First In/First Out) procedures.
• Combine, count, and mark partial items properly.
• Ensure inventory accuracy by correctly completing put‑away, storage, and handling of finished goods and raw materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse.
• Possess preferred experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must possess either a High School Diploma or GED.

• Must have previous forklift experience (1 year preferred).
• Successfully complete the internal forklift training program.
• Detail oriented with strong organization and time‑management skills.
• Adaptable and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willing to train in other areas of the plant.
• Available to work overtime on short notice, including weekends, evenings, or holidays.

• None.

• Perform basic arithmetic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

• Operate forklift or mechanical equipment 95% of the workday.
• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

• Typical manufacturing area; hearing protection required due to high noise levels.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on season and area; limited temperature regulation is available.
• Presence of complex machinery and equipment; requires awareness of moving parts and operational hazards.