Temp-to-Hire Stand Up Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Lakeside Book Company

The safety and health of our employees is this company's most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Pay: $18.75/hr, plus $2.50/hr shift differential

Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-11:00pm, with overtime as required including Saturday and Sunday

Location: 700 Airtech Parkway, Plainfield, IN 46168

Safety Minded: Valid forklift certification is required. You must be able to provide proof of certification (certificate, wallet card, or employer-issued documentation) during the interview process.

Job Type: Temp-to-hire: eligible for full-time status change following your successful 90-day probationary performance review

Benefits: Contingent upon transition to full time status - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker (OP) and stand-up forklift
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of the warehouse inventory
• Perform case pick and full pallet pick duties as instructed
• Follow all safety guidelines, including safe lifting and handling procedure

What You Bring:

• Previous warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience - required
• Minimum 6 months of forklift experience and proof of certification - required
• Ability to work at heights of 20+ feet, required
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50lbs throughout shift
• Ability to follow all safety guidelines, required

What Makes the Plainfield Facility Special:

• 2024 Facility of the Year
• Experienced team
• Community Engagement Opportunities – 500 Festival Parade, Pride Festival, Suicide Prevention Walk
• Diverse, Inclusive, & Welcoming work environment

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact talent@lakesidebook.com.

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company's discretion.