AM Forklift Operator, Formula

Performance Foodservice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage services industry is seeking an AM Forklift Operator in Houston. This full-time entry-level role involves transporting freight, ensuring safety and quality standards, and performing general housekeeping duties. Ideal candidates will have a strong focus on teamwork and safety awareness, and will operate forklifts and pallet jacks effectively. Join us to contribute to a smooth production process and maintain high standards in our warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring safety checks and equipment operation.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transport incoming freight to inventory and replenish pick slots.
• Perform temperature and quality checks on incoming items.
• General housekeeping duties and equipment inspections.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Job description

Join to apply for the AM Forklift Operator, Formula role at Performance Foodservice.

Transport incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area, and replenish/re-stock pick slots in a timely manner, ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards are met to maintain the efficient flow of the production process. Function as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies, and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure the work area is safe, report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately. Review work schedule, perform safety checks on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work, and prepare for operations. Put on 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.

Locate and perform count checks of incoming freight in the staging area, transport to freezer with forklift/pallet jack, inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action as needed.

Locate proper slots on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, and enter product data and location into RF unit. 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 out-of-date 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, stack, and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.

Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed. Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services