At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.

Our environment? We're corporate, without being "corporate." Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is "Passionate People, Astounded Customers." Quite simply: it revolves around people

Speaking of people, you're not just employee #1,762 to us. You're family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can't continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.

Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

At AriensCo in Kenosha, Wisconsin, we're on the lookout for a talented Forklift Operator to join our dedicated team. As a vital contributor to our distribution process, you'll play a crucial role ensuring the efficient movement and management of materials critical to our operations. If you're a safety-conscious professional with a knack for precision and passion for teamwork, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic AriensCo family and help us continue powering the great outdoors.

Come work for the King of Snow!

Shift hours: Tuesday- Friday 7am-5:30pm

The Day to Day...

• Material Handling Expertise: Collaborate within a team responsible for the safe handling of materials essential for outdoor power equipment manufacturing.

• Inventory Management: Precisely handle raw materials and parts, ensuring they are stored in designated locations.

• Equipment Operation: Proficiently operate machinery necessary to execute job tasks.

• Adherence to Standards: Maintain strict adherence to established standard work procedures to ensure consistency and quality.

• Team Support: Assist fellow team members in various areas to collectively achieve daily production targets.

• Accurate Documentation: Record essential information in compliance with standard work protocols.

• Loading and Unloading: Efficiently load and unload materials and units onto trucks as needed.

• AS400 Data Entry: Enter material movement data into the AS400 system for accurate tracking.

• Timely Deliveries: Deliver the right parts in the correct quantities to assembly cells or work centers in a punctual manner.

• Receiving Duties: Offload incoming products and transfer them to designated storage locations.

• Set-Up Assistance: Provide support for set-up duties as needed to ensure smooth operations.

• Goal-Oriented Collaboration: Collaborate with team members across various departments to achieve daily production targets effectively.

The Qualifications:

• Effective Communication Skills: Proficient in communicating effectively within a team and across various levels of the organization.

• Physical Endurance: Capable of standing for extended periods, often exceeding 8 hours per day.

• Manual Dexterity: Skilled in using hands to accurately position parts in place as required.

• Lifting Ability: Demonstrated capacity to lift objects weighing up to 35 pounds at varying frequencies.

• PPE Compliance: Strict adherence to wearing the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for safety.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly as part of a team, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment.

• Forklift and Equipment Operation: Proven experience in the safe and proficient operation of forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values - Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.

Our employees' quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
• Bonus Programs
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plan
• Voluntary wellness programs
• Employee Product discount program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discount membership program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Cross-training and job rotation opportunities
• Career paths
• Ongoing development through the Ariens Academy
• Kaizen Events - continuous improvement
• Ability to win products
• Daycare facility in Brillion, WI

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That's why we've created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.

AriensCo is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. AriensCo hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.