Forklift Operator

Quirch Foods, LLC; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Prescription Drug Plan

Disability Plan

Life insurance Plan

401K savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Personal Time off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Quirch Foods, LLC in Hammond, IN is seeking a warehouse associate to support receiving, storage, and order fulfillment. The role involves operating a forklift and pallet jack, inspecting goods, and keeping the warehouse tidy.

Candidates should be able to read and write English, lift 20–100 lbs, and work in a cold environment. Experience with scanners is a plus. This is a full-time position with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Forklift and OSHA certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to read labels and instructions.
• Experience operating forklifts and handheld scanners.
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and electric pallet jack as needed.
• Inspect received products for damage.
• Keep the warehouse organized and clean.
• Perform inventory cycle counts as needed.
• Slot products into the rack system and ensure proper labeling.
• Receive trucks and unload freight per PO requirements.
• Maintain product handling and storage integrity.
• Timely and accurate inventory management.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

CK31 Scanner

CK71 Scanner

Handheld scanner

OSHA Certification

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Essential duties and Responsibilities

• Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed
• Inspect product being received for damages
• Keep warehouse organized and clean
• Able to perform inventory cycle count as needed
• Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product
• Perform stock rotation of product.
• Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements
• Follow appropriate protocols and inspect machinery before and after use
• Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements
• Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage
• Maintain accurate inventories
• Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility
• Timely and accurate slotting of products in rack system
• Other duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Forklift and OSHA Certification preferred
• Can read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language sufficiently to perform various tasks of the job, including but not limited to; read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, communicating with co-workers and the general public, understanding oral and written instructions, accurately completing various shipping papers, reports, and records required of the position.
• Ability to operate various types of configuration of equipment assigned, including various types of forklifts and hand held scanners with training
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus
• Possess good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers' products safely and efficiently, and communicating tactfully and diplomatically
• Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures
• Ability to meet physical requirements including: standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 20-100lbs regularly

Benefits you will enjoy

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Disability Plan
• Life insurance Plan
• 401K savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time off
• Employee Discounts

Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.