Warehouse Forklift

Job Description

Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Forklift Operator!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We're dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn't be where we are without our warehouse team. It's why we've built a culture-focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

As a Warehouse Forklift Operator (600 series), you will utilize industrial, powered, computer-equipped standup forklifts to move materials throughout the Distribution Center.

Benefits you can count on:

• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you'll do as a Warehouse Forklift:

• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Enter assigned products for each shift into the computer system.
• Place product in designated areas.
• Keep the work area clean by picking up paper, plastic wrappers, scrap wood, and broken pallets.
• This position has additional duties. Special projects may be assigned at the position supervisor's discretion.

Qualifications you'll bring as a Warehouse Teammate:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have previous experience operating a forklift or RF utility.
• Bring a high degree of attention, skill, and dexterity to controlling a pallet jack and stacking product on a pallet.
• Be able to meet assigned goals for throughput and accuracy.
• Be able to bend and lift 25-100 pounds and work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Be available to work 10-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be willing to work in all areas of the warehouse, such as freezer, cooler, and dry areas.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Problem solver
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward - together.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Client-provided location(s): Austell, GA

Job ID: McLane-JR103145

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-30T19:01:43