Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1St Shift

At Kuehne+Nagel, we nurture a culture of performance and recognition. As one of the most successful international logistics companies, we have many career growth opportunities. If you are looking for career development or simply a great place to be, then consider joining us as a Warehouse Forklift Operator at our site in Southaven, Mississippi! #LI-onsite

Your Role

As a Warehouse Forklift Operator, you will report to a Supervisor and move products throughout the site and load or unload materials using a reach truck, order picker, or other heavy material handling equipment. You will work Monday - Friday, 5:00 am – 1:30 pm, and will be paid weekly at $18.00 per hour with a full benefits package.

Your Responsibilities

• You will use material handling equipment to load and unload designated trailers, pick orders, and move and store products throughout the warehouse
• Verify and receive materials in inventory 
• Your responsibilities may include palletizing and shrink wrapping 
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks 
• Follow health and safety policiesthat comply with company and OSHA regulations 
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned                  

Your Skills and Experiences

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of recent forklift operating experience including a reach truck and order picker forklift 
• Forklift certification for a reach truck and order picker forklift
• Can lift up to 50 pounds 
• Can work overtime or weekends 
• Can walk or stand for extended periods of time 

Good Reasons to Join

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.