Day Shift Forklift Operator — Material Handling & Growth

US Foods; Cookeville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Day Forklift Operator to move material, load and unload pallets, and stock storage areas safely. The role demands operating a forklift/high-lift across day and night shifts with strict adherence to safety practices.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour, with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), ESPP, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Prior forklift experience and OSHA certification highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• OSHA Compliant Forklift Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transport pallet loads from dock to warehouse slots using powered equipment and ensure pallets are secure to prevent damage.
• Replenish pick slots from reserve slots to maintain inventory for night shift selection.
• Perform safety checks on battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher; report damages.

Skills

Forklift operation

Voxware commands

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Day Forklift Operator to move material, load and unload pallets, and stock storage areas safely. The role demands operating a forklift/high-lift across day and night shifts with strict adherence to safety practices.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour, with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), ESPP, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Prior forklift experience and OSHA certification highly preferred.