Forklift Operator – Dry Blending, 3rd Shift

Heartland Food Products Group

Forklift Operator managing receiving, storing, and distributing materials at Heartland Food Products Group's Indianapolis facility. Ensuring accuracy and safety while executing warehouse operations.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeIndianapolis • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Forklift Operation and adherence to safety guidelines while efficiently managing material handling and distribution within a warehouse environment. Capable of performing routine maintenance on equipment and effectively communicating in a team setting.

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Forklift OperationSafety ComplianceMaterial HandlingForklift CertificationTeam Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Forklift Operation SOPsMaterial InspectionRoutine MaintenanceLoading and UnloadingWeight Recording

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationTeamworkTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Industrial Power EquipmentAutomatic Stacking Machines

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift Certification

Industry Keywords

Warehouse OperationsSafety GuidelinesMaterial Distribution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for receiving, storing and distributing material, tools, equipment and products within the warehouse, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all job functions.
Must be proficient in all Forklift Operating SOP's for assigned Warehouse area
Utilize industrial power equipment to raise and lower materials to storage locations
Deliver materials from storage/staging locations to the specified department or shipping dock
Able to take on multiple tasks while executing daily operations safely and professionally
Demonstrates safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times; including accurate completion of all pre-shift equipment checks
Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery
Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
Perform routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied-gas tank
Wrap and placard materials accurately and appropriately prior to moving them to a storage area
Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels
Operate or tend automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years of experience in a Forklift Operator role
Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
Forklift certification required
Must have successfully completed the Forklift I Matrices Sign-Off Sheets and approved by an Operations Manager.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent compensation and benefits package