2nd Shift Exp High Reach Operator - Cold Storage Environment

MWCold; Richardson, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Cold Storage in Richardson, TX is seeking a 2nd Shift Exp High Reach Operator to support our cold storage warehouse. You will operate a stand-up forklift and high-reach equipment, perform inventory checks, and help prepare products for shipment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Prior warehouse experience and experience with reach trucks are preferred; non-motorized pallet jack usage is also part of the job.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years experience operating a stand up forklift, high reach, and other motorized equipment.
• Prior warehouse/distribution experience desired.
• Prior use of reach truck and other motorized equipment required.
• Use non-motorized pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Verify items received and shipped by checking identifying information, inspecting condition, and recording count/measure.
• Maintain inventory by labeling and locating materials and supplies.
• Prepare product for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, loading and securing product.
• Document product shipment by recording units shipped using defined processes.
• Drive and use Powered Industrial Vehicles to perform job tasks (forklift, power jack, high lift).
• Maintain certifications to use powered equipment through safe work practices.
• Maintain material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and requesting repairs.
• Use scanners to maintain accurate inventory control and locations of pallets/cases.
• Monitor condition of cases and pallets; report substandard items.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Reach truck operation

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

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2nd Shift Exp High Reach Operator - Cold Storage Environment

Full Time Semi-Skilled Richardson, TX, US

Do you have experience working in a warehouse, specifically operating Powered Industrial Vehicles, or ready to take the next step in your career? Well then Vertical Cold Storage is looking for you to join our team as a Warehouse Specialist!

Vertical Cold Storage is a leader in our industry, as well as an employer of choice because not only do we offer a competitive wage, but we offer a competitive benefits package that includes health and welfare benefits, 401k match, ETO, referral bonus and more.

Why Vertical Cold Storage needs you: We need you to help us provide top notch service by being cross-trained and performing a wide-range of warehouse duties in an accurate and timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Verify items received and being shipped by checking identifying information of items, inspecting condition of items, and recording count/measure of items following established procedures.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock; record location of inventory using recognized practices.
• Prepare product for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, loading and securing product by means of defined procedures.
• Document product shipment by recording units shipped using defined processes.
• Drive and use Powered Industrial Vehicles to perform job which can typically include forklift, power jack and high lift.
• Maintain certifications to use powered equipment through safe work practices and following of procedures
• Maintain material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections, following appropriate operating procedures and requesting repairs.
• Use hand-held scanner and vehicle mounted units to maintain accurate inventory control through proper recording of locations of pallets and/or cases.
• Monitor condition of cases and integrity of pallets. Report substandard or out-of-specification items to Supervision.
• Place labels on cases or loads in accordance with customer specifications.
• Process inventory by stacking, un-stacking, restacking, wrapping, and unwrapping pallets and cases of product according to customer specifications.
• Insert or remove dividers between cases as instructed.
• Complete general housekeeping that includes sweeping and emptying garbage
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Communicate positively and effectively within a Team environment.
• Meet attendance requirements of the position.
• Stretch wrap pallets using either manually or using a powered machine
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety rules and regulations.
• Safely perform job duties by maintaining a safe working environment, following safety rules and regulations, being aware of surroundings, not using machines unless trained and other techniques.
• Support assigned duties of the warehouse supervision to assist in the operations of the facility.
• Other duties to be assigned as business necessitates

Job Qualifications - Education and Experience:

• 1 to 5 years experience operating a stand up forklift, high reach, and other motorized equipment
• Prior warehouse/distribution experience desired.
• Prior use of reach truck and other motorized equipment required.
• Use non-motorized pallet jack.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand and walk for 8 or more hours in a day.
• Must be able to work in a freezer/refrigerator environment.
• Effectively handle lifting, pushing, pulling up to 60 pounds frequently.
• Frequently bend, twist, stoop, grip, climb or balance, and reach with hands and arms.

Vertical Cold Storage is an EOE/M/F/D/V

Drug Free Workplace