Day Forklift Operator

US Foods; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day one

Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week

Paid training and overtime

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to load, unload, and move pallets throughout the warehouse. You will operate powered industrial equipment to move product from dock to storage slots and ensure correct placement for order fulfillment.

Your responsibilities include replenishing pick slots, performing safety checks, recording warehouse activity, and maintaining a clean work environment while following safety guidelines. Experience with forklift equipment and basic math is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Able to read and write legibly; basic math skills; understand Voxware commands.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to transport pallets from dock to warehouse slots.
• Replenish pick slots from reserve storage to maintain inventory levels.
• Perform safety checks on battery, brakes, lift, and extinguisher; ensure pallets are secure.

Skills

Forklift experience

Reading & writing

Mathematical skills

Voxware commands

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Voxware

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

Operates an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots during the day shift using safe operating practices. Our Forklift Operators start at $23.50 an hour, with incentive pay our top performers make over $25 per hour.We are looking for Forklift Operators who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family. We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training. US FOODS® has a lot to offer: US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded. We are committed to compensation, benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work.

BENEFITS START DAY ONE

• medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.
• Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
• Paid Training AND Paid Overtime
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Excellent Leadership

Work Schedule

Sun - Thur 6:30AM Start time

Main Ingredients of the Job

As a US FOODS® Forklift Operator you will be critical to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service. Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and ensures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when product is selected. Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection. Performs operations and safety checks, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher. Records all product, equipment, and warehouse damage. Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks.

What you bring to the table

Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Related Experience: Job related certification for Material Handling Equipment; Prior Selector and/or Forklift experience is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands. Great Forklift Operators are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Forklift Operators strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers. Stay updated by following US Foods on any of our social media platforms at the bottom of the page!

EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

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US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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