Cold-Chain Forklift Operator: Safety & Efficiency

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Minnesota to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage and shipment of food products using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and RF scanners. The role emphasizes safety, meeting production standards, and maintaining a clean work area.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and may involve overtime, weekends, and shifts at high/low temperatures as part of a cold storage facility environment.

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.
• Stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, and label/sort/wrap/pack as directed by management.
• Operate forklifts and RF scanners safely to meet production standards and maintain a clean, orderly work environment.
• Meet production standards while keeping the work area organized and safe for others.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Minnesota to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage and shipment of food products using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and RF scanners. The role emphasizes safety, meeting production standards, and maintaining a clean work area.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and may involve overtime, weekends, and shifts at high/low temperatures as part of a cold storage facility environment.