Forklift Hi-Lo Warehouse Night Shift

Performance Foodservice; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Springfield, MA is seeking a Forklift Operator to move inbound freight to inventory, replenish pick slots, and ensure GMP and safety standards. You will operate forklifts, verify conditions, and record locations in the RF unit while supporting a smooth production flow.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers a shift starting Sunday 4:30pm, with additional evenings Monday-Thursday; compensation includes $21.50 base plus $2.00 shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and keep work area safe.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack to move freight.
• Inspect items for damage and perform quality checks.
• Enter product data and location into RF unit.
• Replenish pick slots and rotate stock as needed.
• Finish paperwork and secure equipment at shift end.

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description

The Forklift Operator will transport incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area and replenish / re-stock pick slots in a timely manner ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer print-out, established procedures and practices, written and /or verbal instructions.
• Locate and perform count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to freezer with forklift / pallet jack.
• Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.
• Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into RF unit.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day’s work orders.
• Rotate date-sensitive stock to the front of the rack and / or remove out dated out of date inventory according to company policy.
• Disperse over-stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles.
• Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Perform other similar duties as requested or assigned by supervisor.
• Backup backhaul receiver as needed.
• At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Schedule: Sunday : 4:30pm - close Monday-Thursday: 5:30pm - close (Hours may vary based on business needs)

Required Qualifications

High school diploma/GED

Compensation

$21.50 + $2.00 shift differential