Forklift Operator

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Position overview and requirements are listed below.

Work Schedule ~ Monday through Friday, 4:00 AM Start Time. Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company’s success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc.

• Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into the appropriate system. Locate and perform count checks of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to freezer with forklift/pallet jack.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day’s work orders. Rotate date-sensitive stock to the front of the rack and/or remove outdated inventory according to company policy.
• Disperse over-stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles. Inspect empty pallets for damage and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.
• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure the work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Review work schedule, perform safety checks on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work, and prepare for operations.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer print-outs, established procedures and practices, written and/or verbal instructions. Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 12+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
• Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position
• Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift; able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, and replenish product, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to 60-90 pounds, depending on location
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments (cooler and freezer)
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Food and Beverage Services

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