Cold-Storage Forklift Operator (7a-3:30p)

Americold; Wallula (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely handle receipt, storage and shipment of food products using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach equipment and RF scanners. You will work 7am-3:30pm, five days on, two days off, in cooler and freezer environments, lifting up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking, packing, and inventory tasks to support accurate shipments. Ability to work OT, weekends, and meet production standards is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage.
• Stack, store, pick and assemble orders, check for damage and infestation, label and pack as directed.
• Operate forklifts and RF scanners safely, in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Meet production standards while keeping a clean, orderly environment.
• Perform inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Inventory control

RF scanner use

Education

High school diploma

GED preferred

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet jacks

Sit-down forklifts

Job description

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely handle receipt, storage and shipment of food products using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach equipment and RF scanners. You will work 7am-3:30pm, five days on, two days off, in cooler and freezer environments, lifting up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking, packing, and inventory tasks to support accurate shipments. Ability to work OT, weekends, and meet production standards is required.