Forklift Operator, Day Shift

Babylist
Commercial Point, OH
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced forklift operators who thrive in a team-driven environment and are comfortable with multiple lift types.

Best fit for

  • Candidates who value structured pay progression and company benefits like healthcare and discounts
    — “Starting pay for this role is $22.50 per hour. You'll earn a raise every 3 months through your first 18 months with no waiting on an annual review to see your pay move.”
  • Individuals who can handle high physical demands and long shifts in a team-oriented setting
    — “Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours per shift) with scheduled breaks”

Things to consider

  • The role requires consistent on-site presence and long hours with limited flexibility
    — “The schedule for this role is Monday- Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm at our Fulfillment Center located in Commercial Point, OH.”
  • Candidates must be prepared for high physical activity and repetitive motion tasks
    — “Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and repetitive motion”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with multiple lift types and a track record of safety compliance in your resume and interview
    — “Certified and experienced on multiple lift types — you're comfortable on a Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Stand-Up Forklift, and Sit-Down Forklift (3+ years on each)”
  • Emphasize your ability to adapt to shifting priorities and support team goals
    — “Adaptable across zones and tasks — shifting priorities don't throw you; you read the floor and adjust”
  • Showcase your history of maintaining clean, organized work environments as a key strength
    — “Keep your work area clean, organized, and hazard-free — every shift, not just when audited”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • accurate and safe material handling
  • timely completion of tasks
Typical background
warehouse operationslogistics

Skills & requirements

Required

Forklift OperationMaterial HandlingSafety ProtocolsTeamworkAdaptability

Preferred

Problem-solvingCommunication

Stack & domain

Forklift OperatorReach TruckCherry PickerStand-up ForkliftSit-down ForkliftSafetyDependabilityAdaptabilityTeamwork

About the role

Original posting from Babylist via Greenhouse

Weekly Pay | 35% Babylist Discount | Paid Holidays | Paid Healthcare Benefits

What the Role Is

At Babylist, we help families prepare for one of the biggest moments of their lives — and our Commercial Point Fulfillment Center is where that promise becomes real. As a Forklift Operator, you're a core part of making that happen. You'll move product accurately and safely across our distribution center, working alongside a team that genuinely looks out for each other. This is a role where skilled, dependable people are valued — and rewarded for it.

The schedule for this role is Monday- Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm at our Fulfillment Center located in Commercial Point, OH.

About Pay

At Babylist we believe in competitive starting pay and a clear, structured scale that rewards performance and tenure. You'll always know how your pay grows.

Starting pay for this role is $22.50 per hour. You'll earn a raise every 3 months through your first 18 months with no waiting on an annual review to see your pay move.

Holidays Observed

The Fulfillment Center is closed on the following days for the day shift in 2026:

Thanksgiving Day

All shifts receive 4 floating holidays in addition to the holidays observed, so you can celebrate what matters to you the most, whenever that may be.

Who You Are

Certified and experienced on multiple lift types — you're comfortable on a Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Stand-Up Forklift, and Sit-Down Forklift (3+ years on each)

Safety is non-negotiable for you — you follow protocols because you understand why they exist, not because someone's watching

Steady and dependable — your team counts on you to show up, stay on task, and keep things moving even when volume spikes

Adaptable across zones and tasks — shifting priorities don't throw you; you read the floor and adjust

A real teammate — you communicate clearly, flag issues early, and help others hit the shared goal

How You Will Make an Impact

Move, locate, stack, and count materials throughout the distribution center using the full range of lift equipment

Load and unload trailers safely — keeping outbound on schedule and inbound organized

Support both inbound and outbound operations with accurate, timely material handling

Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and flag maintenance needs before they become problems

Keep your work area clean, organized, and hazard-free — every shift, not just when audited

Step in to support other warehouse functions when the floor needs it

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours per shift) with scheduled breaks

Walk the floor extensively, averaging 10,000+ steps per day

Lift and move items up to 20 lbs regularly throughout the shift

Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and repetitive motion

Who We Are

At Babylist, the work our fulfillment teams do reaches millions of families across the country — whether you're on the floor moving product or leading the operation that makes it happen. We're one of the leading platforms for expecting and new families — a $750M business with 10 million customers and eight consecutive years of profitability. Our fulfillment centers are where the mission becomes real, and the people who run them are a core part of how we deliver on it every single day.

Our Ways of Working

Our fulfillment teams work on-site in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where every role — from the floor to leadership — plays a direct part in delivering the Babylist experience to millions of families.

Why You Will Love Working At Babylist

Our Culture

Work hard, then recharge — we respect your time on and off the clock

Strong management team that supports you and your team

The work you do helps millions of families every day

We use smart technology to make the job easier and more efficient

Growth & Development

Clear paths to move up — we promote from within and your performance matters

We use data to improve how we work and invest in the people doing it

Pay & Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match and flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave and PTO

Important Notices

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Source: Babylist careers (Greenhouse)

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