3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Description

As a Forklift Operator with Liberty Packaging, you will contribute to the growth of our business by being a key player in safely moving goods and materials around a high‑traffic industrial environment. You will help maximize efficiency of the production process by safely operating mobile equipment to move product, accurately scanning inventory in and out of the business, operating shrink wrap machines, and preparing shipments for transportation.

• Safely operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, lift trucks, hoists, or other material handling equipment in a high‑traffic industrial environment.
• Accurately utilize an electronic scanning system, including a touch‑screen monitor on the forklift, to track inventory levels and product location.
• Regularly complete pre‑operation inspections and report equipment faults or damages to leadership or maintenance.
• Prepare shipments for transport, consolidate partial pallets, and operate the shrink wrap machine as needed.
• Move product and/or materials throughout the facility, including loading and unloading trailers.
• Follow safety regulations and company guidelines.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution AND 1+ year experience operating mobile equipment or comparable experience in place of education.
• Previous experience with computer skills such as typing, printing, and data entry.
• Previous experience applying math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Previous experience reading, following, and/or completing detailed work instructions.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Ability to learn and perform multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of distribution documentation: pick lists, packing slips, and bills of lading.
• Knowledge of warehouse organization, workflow, and basic inventory control (e.g., Amtech).
• Previous experience reading a tape measure.

The starting pay rate for this position is $21.00 per hour plus hourly shift differential pay. Compensation posted is the anticipated pay at the time of posting; we may pay above or below the posted amount based on factors such as education, certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) with company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources; and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold warehouse/manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift.
• Must be able to sit/stand for 6+ hours per shift.
• Must be able to walk for 3+ hours per shift.
• Must be able to reach/grasp for 4+ hours per shift.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.