Forklift Operator

Job overview

The Forklift Operator works onsite in Spencer, IA, at $19.25 per hour, listed as $17.25 plus a $2.00 bonus. The role supports Southshore, an ISO 9001:2015-certified third-party logistics provider serving businesses across several states. The operator moves and handles products safely and accurately within a regional distribution center. The work supports receiving, shipping, inventory control, and warehouse organization while maintaining product integrity and meeting operational goals.

What you'll do

• Operate and inspect powered industrial forklifts
• transport, stack, and organize products
• load and unload trucks
• receive, put away, and pick products
• use scanning equipment for accurate movement
• assist with inventory management
• report damaged inventory and shortages
• follow safety procedures and maintain shipping and receiving areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

forklift operator

onsite

spencer ia

southshore enterprises

$19.25/hr including bonus

warehouse

distribution center

inventory control

forklift

sap scanning

split shifts

some saturdays as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid life insurance
• voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• paid time off and holidays
• pet insurance
• EAP.

Why this role

Seasonal shift patterns include 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. from April through November and split shifts from November through April; ability to work both shifts is preferred. The role may require overtime and some Saturdays, especially January through April, and repetitive lifting of bags up to 60 pounds.

About the employer

Southshore Enterprises, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Freight Transportation Arrangement. Sector: 48.