Day Forklift Operator

Gourmet Foods International; Sumner (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gourmet Foods International is seeking a Day Forklift Operator to join its dedicated warehouse team in Sumner, Iowa. In this role, you'll be responsible for unloading shipments and organizing inventory in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely deliveries to customers. The ideal candidate should be able to lift heavy loads and thrive in varying temperatures. Flexible schedules and a supportive team culture await you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) - up to 30 days

Free College Tuition

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Programs

Employee Discount

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 75 lbs and carry 50 lbs.
• Must follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
• Previous warehouse and RF handheld device experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload, receive, and place inventory items away.
• Operate RF handheld devices for order fulfillment.
• Organize and transport pallets for delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Physical fitness

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Job Overview

As a valued member of our dedicated warehouse team, you'll play an essential role in delivering high-quality, specialty food items to our customers. In this fast-paced and physically active environment, your day will be filled with tasks that keep our operation running smoothly and efficiently.

Job Overview

As a valued member of our dedicated warehouse team, you'll play an essential role in delivering high-quality, specialty food items to our customers. In this fast-paced and physically active environment, your day will be filled with tasks that keep our operation running smoothly and efficiently.

You'll be responsible for unloading incoming shipments, accurately receiving and sorting products, and preparing them for timely delivery. You'll help organize, stage, and transport orders to ensure they're ready for pickup by our professional delivery drivers. Every shift offers variety, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment as you help bring gourmet products from our shelves to our customers' doors.

What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include:

• Unload, receive, and place incoming inventory items away.
• Operate an RF handheld device to scan, pull, and pack items to fulfill orders.
• View prompts on screens and follow directions for some tasks.
• Building, wrapping, sorting, and transporting pallets for delivery.
  
  

Things you need to be able to do

• Must be able to lift to 75 lbs. Carry up to 50 lbs. Push/Pull up to 30 lbs. of force.
• Must be able to be exposed to a refrigerated and freezer environment, ranging from 0 - 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ascend and descend a step with a height of 10 in. From the floor.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to follow directions, meet deadlines, and be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to reach and bend.
  
  

Things That Are a Plus But Not a Deal-breaker

• Previous warehouse and/or cold storage experience.
• RF handheld device experience.
• Pallet jack experience preferred and or stand-up forklift certification.
  
  

What We Think You'll Love About Gourmet Foods International

• Stay Active: Engage in fast-paced, physical work that keeps you motivated.
• Flexible Schedules: We operate 24/7 - overnight, early morning, daytime, and weekend shifts are available.
• Career Growth: College tuition reimbursement and advancement opportunities.
• Learning Culture: Work with the latest technology and evolving product lines.
• Team Environment: Join a crew that supports and motivates one another.
  
  

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday.

What else can we offer?

Gourmet Foods Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance. We also offer 401(k) with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) - up to 30 days per year, Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, PAID Parental Leave, Professional Development Programs, opportunity to grow within the Company, Pay differential for night shift from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM, Employee Discount, Referral Bonus.

GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process. Background checks can include, but are not limited to, previous employment, education, and criminal records.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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