Forklift Operator - 1st Shift
The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.
Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work. We welcome our veterans to apply! Pay: $15.00/hr
Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm, with overtime as required
Location: 30 Amberwood Parkway, Ashland, OH 44805
- Previously Baker & Taylor Publishing Services which was purchased by Lakeside Book Company in December 2025.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program
Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities! Job Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a forklift and PIV equipment
- Perform case pick and full pallet pick duties as instructed
- Assist in the organization and maintenance of the warehouse inventory
- Follow all safety guidelines, including safe lifting and handling procedure
- Previous warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience - required
- Previous forklift experience - required
- Ability to work at heights of 20+ feet, required
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push/pull, reach, and lift throughout duration of shift
- High school diploma or equivalent - required
- ½ mile from Highway I-71
- Awarded Ohio’s Best Hometown 2025-2026
- Community Engagement Opportunities – balloon festival, 4th of July celebrations, Winter parade with fireworks!
- Diverse, Inclusive, & Welcoming work environment
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k with company match
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee appreciation & recognition programs
Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [email protected].
- This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.
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