What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Shipping Forklift Driver position at Lakeside Book Company?
Our Safety Culture:
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: $19.50/hr – eligible for pay increases at 6 months and again at 1 year, based on performance
Shift: Monday-Friday, 12:00pm-8:00pm, with overtime including Saturday
Schedule Requirements: This position requires flexibility with start times based on operational needs. Start times will move from 9:30am to 10:30am then to12:00pm as we approach and begin peak season
Location: Indy North - 5550 W. 74th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46268
Job Type: Full Time – Benefits Eligible: 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 forklift, order picker, and turret truck to perform duties within the shipping department
- Ensure the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments
- Assist with inventory management, including cycle counts to maintain accuracy
- Safely move materials and products within the facility
- Other duties as assigned, whether on or off a forklift, based on department and business need
What You Bring:
- Previous warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience - required
- Minimum 6 months of forklift experience - required
- A safety-first mindset
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop and lift up to 50lbs throughout shift
- Proven success working in fast-paced, high-demand seasonal periods
What Makes our Indy North Facility Special:
- Experienced, tenured, team who are willing to share their knowledge and experience
- Peak season fun – food trucks, basketball and cornhole competitions, giveaways
- 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.
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