Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Are you looking to join a stable company that provides great benefits, a climate-controlled facility, and a consistent schedule with 40 hours of work each week? If so, come join CONMED's team in Lithia Springs where culture and employee recognition are just as important to us as production!

As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for loading and unloading materials in order to move them to and from storage areas and replenish inventory.

Key Duties:

• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles into correct storage bays following inventory control instructors.
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment.
• Conduct cycle counts.
• Load trucks in parcel on foot.
• Assist in replenishing inventory in the warehouse.
• Occasionally assist in the picking and packing of inventory for timely shipment.
• Assist with regular compliance reviews against policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience operating a stand-up forklift in a manufacturing or warehousing environment.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems and RF Scanners.
• Ability to read, understand and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

This roles is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship

Benefits:

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses

Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!

CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.