Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Dairy Farmers of America
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Cedarburg
W55N155 McKinley Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2025
Our Kemps Cedarburg plant has an immediate opening for a face paced and motivated Gripper operator in our cooler. Grippers function similarly to forklifts in terms of operator positioning and controls, but instead of forks, they have pads on the sides to "grip" stacks of milk crates. We are seeking someone who can safely transport milk to various areas of our warehouse, following directions from the computer mounted on the equipment. This position requires precision, equipment handling skills, and a strong focus on safety. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us! OUR OPERATORS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO: $27.41 $1,500 Referral Bonus SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift - 4pm start, 10-12 hour shifts, rotating schedule, Monday-Saturday shifts, some Sunday work may be required BENEFITS: 401(k) with company contribution Competitive pay Paid vacation and holidays Career growth opportunities - we promote from within! Comprehensive healthcare benefits Service recognition and employee rewards Employee referral program Tuition reimbursement Uniforms provided Work for dairy farm families Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal Effective verbal and written communications skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks Must be able to stand, walk, pull, push, reach and bend virtually the entire shift Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others when lifting is necessary and manually stack and move cases up to 6-8 cases high Must be able to work in a wet environment and work in an environment where temperature is maintained at 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays May occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals An Equal Opportunity Employer