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Forklift Operator - 1st shift

Mrs. Clark's Foods
Ankeny, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026

Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the proper movement of materials throughout the manufacturing plant. The position’s top priority is to support production operations by accurately transferring raw materials to the lines, receiving finished goods to storage, as well as loading and unloading trucks. This is a full-time position, with scheduled OT available, that reports to the Warehouse Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operates forklift to unload, transfer, store, and load raw materials and finished goods
  • Transfers items to and from purchase orders, shop orders, and customer orders using hand scanner
  • Accurately documents work performed and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP)
  • Unloads bulk tankers
  • Other duties and projects as assigned

Pay:

  • $19-21/hr starting wage


Hours:

  • 1st shift: 6am-4pm (start time/end time may vary slightly due to scheduling)
  • 8 Hour Shift


Benefits:

  • Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k), with company matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
  • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid sick days/personal days
  • Paid Holidays


Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Forklift experience (1 year required)
  • Ability to learn and utilize hand scanners
  • Ability to work assigned hours plus overtime as needed


Salary : $19 - $21

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