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This position is for 1st Shift. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:15 AM to 2:33 PM. Saturdays are mandatory when required

Company Overview

BLG LOGISTICS is a third-party logistics service provider with a strong, centuries-old reputation for excellence. We combine passion with pragmatism and American innovation with German precision to develop sophisticated, future-oriented solutions. Our customers include both retail and manufacturing organizations at all levels of the supply chain. Today, the BLG Group has almost 100 locations and branches in Europe, America, and Africa.

BLG GROUP aims to be climate-neutral by 2030. In fact, we are the first German logistics service provider with a scientifically recognized climate protection goal. BLG GROUP currently employs roughly 20,000 people globally.

As an employer, we have an unwavering goal to be an employer of choice within our industry and the geographies in which we do business. We value and seek out our employees' feedback and ideas and keep our eyes firmly on the future.

Wellness & Benefits Program

We don’t just “talk the talk” when we say we want to be an employer of choice. We have completely overhauled our benefits and perks program to provide excellent options and coverage to our employees at an affordable rate and allow them to save for and invest in their future and focus on wellness. We also offer on-site diagnostic services and vaccines at no charge to help our employees get ahead with their wellness!

Our healthcare coverage includes medical, dental and vision benefits to our employees at no cost, and employees can add family members at a significantly subsidized rate. We also offer, at company expense, short term disability, long term disability, group life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverages.

Employees can choose to add extra life insurance and AD&D for themselves and their families at competitive rates. We also offer supplemental programs including cancer insurance, accident protection, supplemental disability, critical care, and medical bridge coverage. We even offer pet insurance for your furry family members!

Savings on healthcare create an opportunity for our employees to invest in our matching Safe Harbor & Roth 401k retirement plan, where the company will match up to 4% of contributions with immediate vesting.

We also believe that time away means healthy and happy employees, and we have a generous PTO & Personal Days policy that further enhances our 12 paid holidays and an additional day off for birthday celebrations.

And we’re not finished! We will continue to research and refine the wellness and lifestyle offerings to our team.

Company Benefits

Medical

• Silver Plan
  • BLG covers 100% of the employee costs.
  • BLG covers 90% or 85% of family coverage.
• Platinum Plan
  • BLG covers 90% of the employee cost.
  • BLG covers 85% or 83% of family coverage.

Dental

• BLG covers 100% of the employee costs.
• BLG covers 88% of family coverage.
• Vision
  • BLG covers 100% of the employee costs.
  • BLG covers 89% of family coverage.

Company Paid Benefits (No Cost To Employee):

• Medical (Employee Only Coverage, Silver Plan)
• Dental (Employee Only Coverage)
• Vision (Employee Only Coverage)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Time Off/Vacation Time

• Paid Time Off/Vacation Time
• Personal Days
• Day Off for Birthday
• 12 Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

• Safe Harbor & ROTH 401K Retirement plan with Company Match

Supplemental Insurance

• Colonial
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Accident Protection
  • Supplemental Disability
  • Critical Care
  • Medical Bridge
  • Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Fraud Remediation Plan

Safety Shoe Reimbursement (Annual Basis)

Job Description: Forklift Driver

Location: BLG Logistics, Inc. – Ladson I
Reports To: Team Leader / Site Leader
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Team Members at BLG Logistics support a variety of warehouse operations. While specific responsibilities may vary by department, all Team Members are cross trained to support multiple areas of the facility. This position plays a key role in ensuring efficient, accurate, and safe handling of materials across the operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
• Adherent to company policies and safety standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Perform a range of warehouse functions including:
  • Loading/unloading trucks.
  • Order picking, packing, repacking, sequencing, labeling.
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Staging and preparing products for shipment (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling)
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, vans, or trucks (training available)
• Conduct preventive maintenance (TPM) on equipment and shipping totes.
• Transport materials and finished products to designated storage or delivery areas.
• Clean and organize work areas following 5S standards.
• Ensure all equipment is properly shut down and locked out when not in use.
• Dispose of waste materials properly.
• Perform quality checks to ensure no damaged materials are recieved or shipped.
• Support physical inventory processes and stock verification.
• Maintain accurate documentation (e.g., shipping logs, inventory forms, equipment transfers)
• Communicate effectively with other shifts and team leaders.
• Manufacture products according to customer demand and forecast.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain a productive, safe, and organized environment.
• Mandatory overtime may be required, with or without advance notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, construction, or warehouse operations preferred.
• Familiarity with pallet jacks, forklifts, or other industrial vehicles a plus
• Ability to manage physical workload and maintain a strong work ethic.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months of relevant experience preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable

Skills & Knowledge

• Basic math and reading comprehension.
• Ability to follow multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Basic computer and record-keeping skills
• Understanding of warehouse safety practices and equipment operation
• Ability to adapt to changing job conditions and perform non-technical tasks.

Licenses & Certifications

• Forklift certification preferred (on-the-job training available if needed)

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense and follow simple problem-solving techniques in routine situations.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and handling materials.
• Regular lifting/moving of up to 15 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Overhead work required
• Visual acuity for close-up tasks and focus adjustment.
• Reasonable accommodation provided, as necessary.

Work Environment

• Moderate noise levels
• Occasional exposure to mechanical parts, airborne particles, or vibration
• Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with disabilities.