Forklift Operator II

Pay Range

$17.51 - $19.00 per hour

2nd Shift – Wednesday to Friday 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm

Part Time

241757

Portsmouth, OH

• Career Growth:
  Personalized mentorship and development that fits your schedule
• Competitive Benefits:
  Paid time off + 401(k) match
• Purpose‑Driven:
  Create impact within your local community
• Paid Training:
  Structured onboarding + learning

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level, such as a forklift and pallet jack.

• Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs
• Ensure all outbound loads are secured and safe by applying protective wrapping and attaching proper documentation (STO)
• Load and unload trailers to support delivery activities following CCCI SOPs, updating SAP and CONA via handheld devices for accountability of inbound and outbound loads to/from territories supported by the Regional Operation Center
• Perform all safety and housekeeping activities, including conducting pre‑and post‑trip checks, reviewing daily documentation for accuracy, and keeping the work area neat and clutter‑free
• Perform miscellaneous activities as directed, assist with staging equipment and other movements, including junking equipment and yard maintenance
• Utilize a switcher to maneuver 53’ and pup trailers to the dock as needed

• Working knowledge of basic safety principles, proper lifting, and use of personal protective equipment
• Advanced forklift skills (single‑wide), with ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently in a small area
• Basic pallet‑jack skills
• Rudimentary mechanical skills and simple tool usage
• Ability to operate multiple pieces of simple machinery
• Read and follow written SOPs or instructions
• Complete forms (handwritten or computer‑based) to document activities and results
• Follow verbal instructions; intermediate math skills
• Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity
• Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick‑load path
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency
• Ability to consistently count received items and compare to manifest with high accuracy
• Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with high accuracy
• Strong communication skills
• Must be able to work in extremely high and low temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and broken glass
• Occasionally lift over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Frequent getting on and off of a forklift
• Open and close truck dock doors

• Forklift, pallet jack certification
• Switcher operation certification
• Class A CDL where required

• Previous experience in a logistics environment
• Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles

Noisy and non‑temperature‑controlled environment including high and low temperatures.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Entry level

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Services