Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Role summary

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift is a full-time role at Penske in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-17. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Company

Penske

Location

Wilson County, Tennessee, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Logistics & Warehousing

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-17

Job description

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.

Previous experience as a forklift operator is highly preferred.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits!

Pay: $19.61/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM- 5:30 PM

Must also be available to work overtime and Saturdays as needed

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:

Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/

Additional Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401K

• Associate Referral Program

• $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment (if applicable)

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate forklift, cherry picker, reach truck, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment

Complies with all safety requirements

Operate printing machines and assemble components

Package or kit finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling)

Electronically scan products using a warehouse management system

Ensure damaged products are identified and removed when received

Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department

Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards

Accurately match numbers & letters

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Stacks cardboard boxes and pallets

Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and supply chain management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.