1st Shift Forklift Operator
Eldridge, Iowa
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 1st Shift, (6 am - 2 pm, Monday - Friday)
Uniparts Olsen is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our 1st Shift warehouse team in Eldridge, Iowa.
As a Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing and warehouse operations by safely moving materials throughout the facility, loading and unloading trucks, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring materials are available where and when they are needed.
If you take pride in working safely, staying organized, and being part of a productive team, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Operate powered industrial forklifts safely and efficiently
- Load and unload materials from trucks and trailers
- Transport raw materials, finished goods, and supplies throughout the facility
- Move pallets, crates, and inventory to designated storage locations
- Verify materials and products meet quality and shipping requirements
- Follow inventory control procedures and storage instructions
- Perform daily forklift inspections and basic equipment checks
- Utilize RF scanners and other warehouse technology as required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
What We're Looking For
- Experience operating electric forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Dependable attendance and work history
- Ability to perform work accurately and efficiently
- Forklift certification preferred (training and certification opportunities may be available)
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move materials throughout the shift
Why Uniparts Olsen?
- Weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Steel-toe boot stipend
- Company-provided PPE
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Opportunities for advancement and internal promotion
- Supportive team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Important Information
- Pre-employment drug screen required
- Background check required
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Uniparts Olsen does not sponsor employment visas now or in the future and will not provide sponsorship in the future
Equal Employment Opportunity
Uniparts Olsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Work Location: In Person – Eldridge, Iowa
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Our second shift hours for this position are 12 pm to 8pm, are you comfortable with those hours?
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Forklift: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Eldridge, IA 52748 (Required)
Work Location: In person
