Forklift Operator (No Experience Required)
Topeka, KS, USA
Posted on Sep 12, 2026
Minimum Qualifications
- You are 18 years of age or older
- You will be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
- You can lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You can stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You can climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You can repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You are willing and able to work at heights using ladders or lifts to access areas of the plant
- You are willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces
Load, store, and pick pallets of beloved brands like Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos using forklifts and warehouse technology, keeping inventory flowing to stores that depend on you.
What You’ll Do
- Safely operate a forklift after training and certification
- Load and unload pallets of product to and from trailers
- Safely place and store product in multi-tiered warehouse storage
- Pick appropriate cases according to order using required technology
- Properly manage warehouse inventory using handheld scanners and inventory control systems
What to Expect
- On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training
- High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift
- Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.
