Lift Truck Operator

McKee Foods Corporation
medical insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Tennessee, Collegedale
10260 McKee Road (Show on map)
Mar 31, 2025
Lift Truck Operator Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work. Pay $21.02 - 22.34 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications Plus $1.00 / hr shift premium for 2nd shift hours Schedule 2nd Shift (Sunday - Thursday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (other days and hours as needed)) Location Ingredient Warehouse 10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315 Job Summary McKee Foods is seeking a Lift Truck Operator to join our Receiving team. Lift Truck Operators are responsible for the operation of lift trucks in the transfer of palletized materials, ingredients, and/or finished goods. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following duties: Moving and ordering inventory Stocking and maintaining materials for the plant Removing supplies and trash at the end of product runs Assisting employees with moving heavy objects and loads Receiving and loading/unloading interplant trailers Storing and organizing billycans, trays, inventory and other supplies Maintaining and cleaning the lift truck Communicating with other shifts regarding job/production needs Following all safety rules and exercising personal safety on the job and demonstrating a commitment to the safety of others and our products Other duties as required Required Qualifications Must have or be able to obtain a McKee Foods LTO license Excellent organizational skills; good housekeeping skills Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative; able to work with minimal supervision Basic math skills Demonstrated ability to work in team environment; customer oriented Adaptable to change and do multiple tasks; flexible Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks Ability to work effectively and communicate well with others Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs. Analytical skills Ability to determine cause and effect; trouble shooting skills Basic computer skills Good work, safety, and attendance records; dependable Steel-toed slip resistant safety shoes required Demonstrated desire to work hard Willingness to try new ideas Knowledge of and adherence to company food safety, product purity, company policy and departmental procedures Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of McKee Foods Corporation and OSHA safety regulations Previous LTO experience Previous ware house, shipping, or receiving experience General mechanical aptitude Knowledge of OPM software systems or PC experience Benefits Competitive weekly pay Profit-sharing cash bonus program 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.) Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan Supplemental plans, including life insurance Fully-paid parental leave Health Center and Pharmacy Tuition reimbursement Credit Union Exercise and recreation facility Wellness programs with incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer