Food-Grade Forklift Operator — Safe, Efficient Warehouse

Americold Logistics, LLC. in; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down, stand-up, high-reach forklifts, walk-behinds, pallet jacks, and RF scanners.

Under general supervision, you will load/unload freight, stack and store merchandise, verify accuracy, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. A GED or high school diploma and 3 months of related experience are preferred; overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, or weekends.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.
• Stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
• Operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a safe manner per OSHA standards.
• Meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes as needed.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Punctual attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Americold Logistics, LLC. is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down, stand-up, high-reach forklifts, walk-behinds, pallet jacks, and RF scanners.

Under general supervision, you will load/unload freight, stack and store merchandise, verify accuracy, and maintain a clean, safe work environment. A GED or high school diploma and 3 months of related experience are preferred; overtime and weekend work may be required.