Forklift Operator

Performance Foodservice; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Education assistance

Purchasing perks

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a warehouse associate to transport freight, stock inventory, and replenish pick slots while following GMP and safety policies. You will operate pallets and forklifts, perform quality checks, and help maintain efficient workflow.

Responsibilities include safety checks, paperwork, and general housekeeping to support daily operations. This role offers growth opportunities and benefits after an initial period.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
• Pallet jack and/or forklift certified - Reach lift experience

Responsibilities

• Transport incoming freight to inventory and stock in racks.
• Replenish pick slots and follow schedules.
• Inspect items for damage and perform quality checks.
• Operate forklift or pallet jack safely.
• Maintain safe work area and complete paperwork.
• Perform general housekeeping and equipment checks.

Skills

Pallet jack

Forklift certified

Reach lift

Tools

RF unit

Job description

Job Description

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.

Job Description

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.

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. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Performance Foodservice Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days
• Company Matched 401k
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Purchasing Perks
• Unlimited Growth Opportunities and More!

Required Qualifications

6-12 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience

Pallet jack and/or forklift certified - Reach lift experience

Compensation

$22.70 per hour plus incentive