Case Room Operator, Overnight, Dairy - Lakeland

Publix Super Markets; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) plan

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Free hot lunches

Job summary

Publix Super Markets in Lakeland, FL, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance & Equipment team member. You will unload crates with a forklift, operate a depalletizer, and move stacked pallets of cases across a busy facility.

The role requires lifting 50+ pounds, strong teamwork, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment. A commitment to safety, attendance, and reliable performance is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Demonstrate GMP-compliant work habits.
• Demonstrate safe working habits.
• Must obtain license and operate forklift.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds frequently.
• Able to learn and perform all positions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good human relations and a team player.
• Able to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Unloading crates from trailers using forklift.
• Operating de-palletizer and knowledge of case washer.
• Moving and stacking pallets of cases.
• Performing all team assignments and maintaining housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Safety oriented

Attendance and punctuality

Good communication

Tools

Forklift license

Case handling equipment

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Unloading crates from trailers using forklift
• Operating de-palletizer and have knowledge of case washer
• Moving and stacking pallets of cases
• Other duties as assigned

Department

Manufacturing

Job Category

Maintenance & Equipment

Job Description

• Performing all team assignments
• Maintaining housekeeping
• Unloading crates from trailers using forklift
• Operating de-palletizer and have knowledge of case washer
• Moving and stacking pallets of cases
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Must demonstrate safe working habits
• Must obtain license and operate forklift
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to learn and perform all positions
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
• Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
• Must have excellent attendance and punctuality
• Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas
• Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time
• Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• Must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Must possess basic math skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
• A commitment to Publix and our mission.

Benefits Information

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: https://jobs-beta.publix.com/benefits/

Year End Bonus

To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week’s pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks pay.