Forklift Operator

US Foods, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. in Houston is seeking a Forklift Operator to handle material movement using a powered forklift. You will transport pallet loads from dock to designated warehouse slots and support night/day shift operations.

The role requires OSHA forklift certification, basic math, and reliable attendance. Benefits begin day one, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for overtime in a safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Able to read and write legibly and perform basic math.
• Must understand Voxware commands.
• OSHA forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move pallets from dock to warehouse slots.
• Ensure pallets are secure and inventory is accurate.
• Perform safety checks on battery, brakes and lift controls.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic Math

Voxware commands

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Voxware software

Job description

## Forklift OperatorApply: Houston TX: Full time: Posted Today: R284063ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE **Become A US FOODS Forklift Operator!** Advance your career in the foodservice industry with US Foods! Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with a strong safety culture that supports your success. **Schedule & Location** Sunday - Thursday with occasional Fridays start time 4:00pmHouston, TX Pay Rate $27.75 per hour **Benefits Day One**From affordable health care to retirement savings, your benefits begin immediately, not weeks later! Get all the details here. BASIC PURPOSE: Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots during the day shift using safe operating practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and insures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when product is selected. Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection. Performs operations and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher. Records all product, equipment and warehouse damage. Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks. Follows safety policies and practices at all times. RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Control External: N/A WORK ENVIRONMENTComfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees require **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands. **CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING*** OSHA compliant Forklift Certification required **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** High School diploma or equivalent preferred* Prior Selector experience preferred* Prior Forklift Operator experience preferred Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $25.00 and $27.75.As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click heCre. **\\*\\*\\*EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/****Age/Genetic Information****/Protected Veteran/Disability Status\\*\\*\\***