Cold-Chain Forklift Operator: Safe, Precise, Impactful

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Rockmart (GA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

STD/LTD coverage

401(k) with Company match

FSA

Life insurance

EAP

paid time off

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to ensure safe receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using a range of forklifts and RF equipment. You will contribute to accuracy, safety, and efficiency across the facility.

The role requires ability to work in cold environments, meet production targets, and handle overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed. We value reliability and attention to detail in a fast-paced logistics setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.
• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.
• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Forklift equipment

Job description

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to ensure safe receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using a range of forklifts and RF equipment. You will contribute to accuracy, safety, and efficiency across the facility.

The role requires ability to work in cold environments, meet production targets, and handle overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed. We value reliability and attention to detail in a fast-paced logistics setting.