Distribution Loader & Forklift Operator

PJ Food Service, Inc.; Quanah (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Food Service, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Distribution Team Member I to support loading, unloading, and staging orders for delivery. The role involves ensuring accurate loading, following safety and quality standards, and assisting with will-call pickups as needed.

Candidates will operate forklifts and other handling equipment, perform sanitation tasks, and maintain daily distribution records. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks accurately in a timely manner.
• Notify management of damaged or suspect product.
• Complete loading or receiving tasks to comply with PJFS Safety and quality standards.
• Assure completion of required daily distribution paperwork, i.e., receiving logs, load sheets, damaged product, etc.
• Operate fork trucks and other material handling equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly sanitation tasks according to sanitation schedule; including, trailers.
• Communicate with Shift Leader regarding Safety, product levels, quality issues, day-to-day challenges, etc.
• Communicate with other department team members to ensure the correct product is being picked and loaded.
• Assist customers with will-call pick-ups as required.
• Ensure compliance with PJFS Safety, Sanitation and HACCP policies & procedures, federal, state and local regulations (OSHA, FDA, DOL) and all Papa John's International, Inc., policies & procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

PJ Food Service, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Distribution Team Member I to support loading, unloading, and staging orders for delivery. The role involves ensuring accurate loading, following safety and quality standards, and assisting with will-call pickups as needed.

Candidates will operate forklifts and other handling equipment, perform sanitation tasks, and maintain daily distribution records. The position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to regulations and company policies.