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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Kuehne Nagel
Southaven, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026
It's more than a job

As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.



You will report to a Supervisor and move product throughout the site and load or unload materials using a reach truck, sit-down forklift, or other heavy material handling equipment. You will work Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, and will be paid weekly at $18.00 per hour.

How you create impact

  • Use MHE (Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to load and unload designated trailers
  • Move product manually as required
  • Verify and receive materials into inventory
  • Duties may also include palletizing and shrink wrap
  • Duties may also include palletizing and shrink wrap
  • Use MHE to pick, verify and pack orders according to operational standard practice
  • Use MHE or other designated equipment to load goods into trailers or other transport vehicles used for distribution
  • Conduct Pre and Post audits of MHE
  • Ability to lift heavy materials
  • Ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended amounts of time
  • APerform other job duties as needed dhere to Kuehne Nagel’s Quality, Safety, Health and Environment Program policies and procedures
  • Perform other job duties as needed

What we would like you to bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of recent forklift operating experience
  • Forklift certification
  • Can lift-up to 50 pounds
  • Can work overtime or weekends
  • Can walk or stand for extended periods of time

What's in it for you

Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel.

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 great compensation and medical/dental benefits packages, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.

Kuehne Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.



Kuehne Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne Nagel.

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