TN - Forklift Operator (Part-Time Weekends) - Melaleuca, Inc.

Knoxville, TN 37914

About the Job

Company Profile

"Enhancing the Lives of Those We Touch by Helping People Reach Their Goals”

At Melaleuca, our focus is on wellness and everything we accomplish is done with an eye toward promoting the physical, environmental, financial, and personal wellness of those around us. We have provided a stable work environment for our team members while achieving consistent and profitable growth with our annual revenue consistently hitting over $2 billion dollars. We now have over 4,000 employees and operate in 19 countries around the world. Melaleuca is positioned to grow even more rapidly in upcoming years.

No matter where you are in your career, Melaleuca is committed to providing career opportunities that can take you from Hired to Retired. Our secure work environment including a no layoffs guarantee, and our benefits designed to reward your longevity and contributions allow you to grow and advance in your career now while also providing for your future.

Overview

We are looking for a Part-Time Weekend Forklift Operator who has experience operating various warehouse equipment in accordance with safety guidelines including cherry pickers, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and stretch wrappers. This is a permanent schedule working Sat and Sun 6:30 am - 3:00 pm.

We offer:

Great Starting Pay - $18.10/Hr (includes $2/Hr. shift differential)
First Performance Based Pay Review After 6 Months and 18 Months and Every 12 Months Thereafter

If You Value This is What We Offer Our Part-Time Team Members

Stability, Safety & Security	In Business 39 Years With Steady and Continuous Company Growth Year Over Year No Layoffs Guarantee Average Longevity in Knoxville Facility = 8.8 Years Safety Culture and Focus Climate Controlled and Tobacco-Free Workplace
Part-Time Opportunities	Weekend Positions (Sat & Sun) 1^st and 2^nd Shift Month End Positions (5-6 Days/Mo) Opportunity to Contribute in a Meaningful and Impactful Way During Transition Phase to Retirement
Value-Added Benefits	$100/Month Company Product Certificate ($1,200/yr.) to Use in Company Store for Items Such as Soap, Shampoo, Laundry Products, Household Cleaning Products, and Personal Care Products Discounted Premium Riverbend Beef Products via Monthly Team Member Sale 401(k) with contribution match Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Pet Insurance
Being Rewarded & Recognized for Your Contributions, Effort, and Loyalty	Longevity Bonuses for Years of F/T Equivalent Service (5 Yrs. - $5K, 10 Yrs. $10K, 15 Yrs. $15K, etc.) Team Member Appreciation Events Such as Picnic, Christmas Party, Tailgate Party, Cornhole Tournament, and Many More Throughout the Year Recognition Card Program – Earn Gift Cards From Your Choice of a Selection of Vendors/Restaurants Monthly Star Performer Recognition Meetings Perfect Attendance Bonus ($100/Year) Safety Bonus ($30/Qtr.)

Responsibilities

Operate various warehouse equipment in accordance with safety guidelines including cherry pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and stretch wrappers. Store, maintain, stage and transfer ingredients, components, finished goods and supplies to appropriate work areas while ensuring an accurate inventory by completing system transactions accurately via hand-held scanners and reporting discrepancies to the Inventory Coordinator. Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers and stage appropriately in receiving area. Maintain proper lot rotation according to FIFO guidelines and coordinate disposal of expired ingredients, returned bulk, and other materials with appropriate department management. Maintain inside/outside warehouse locations in accordance with established Good Manufacturing Practices cleanliness and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

Must have previous experience operating material handling equipment in a warehouse setting or a distribution center.
Ability to pass Melaleuca fork lift operator certification program.
Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. regularly and consistently over duration of shift.
Ability to pull, stretch, bend, and lift regularly and consistently over duration of shift.
Good written and verbal communication skills across all levels within organization.
Ability to read, write, and follow established operational procedures.
Ability to perform basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, etc.).
Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment on a prolonged basis while maintaining safety and quality.

Why Melaleuca

Company culture matters. We are where the grass is greener. Melaleuca provides a work culture of safety, stability, diversity, and teamwork where we all work hard together to achieve organizational goals, are recognized for our efforts and celebrate each other’s success. We also provide facilities with a clean, indoor, climate-controlled environment with a safe, all-natural product line.

Join our team and feel what it is like to truly live a mission statement and enhance the lives of others from your co-workers to our customers, to our marketing executives helping build their Melaleuca businesses.

The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply" button

PLEASE NOTE: A COMPLETED MELALEUCA APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT IS REQUIRED - A RESUME MAY BE ATTACHED BUT A RESUME ALONE IS NOT SUFFICIENT FOR CONSIDERATION

Source : Melaleuca, Inc.