Forklift Operator

Performance Food Group (New); Milford (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) is seeking a Forklift Operator in Milford, Iowa. The position requires a High School Diploma and 6+ months of warehouse experience. Responsibilities include operating material handling equipment to ensure efficient product flow through the distribution process.

We offer a competitive pay and benefits package with opportunities for growth in a safe and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates should be able to work in multi-temperature settings and lift weights between 10-90 pounds.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Must work scheduled times including required overtime.
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallets to move and store products efficiently.
• Replenish outgoing stock according to work orders.
• Ensure safety in the work area and maintain production flow.

Skills

Warehouse and/or distribution work experience

Ability to lift 10-35 pounds regularly

Ability to work in multi-temperature environments

Attention to safety policies and procedures

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Company Description

Start-to-finish manufacturing, packing, and distribution of best-in-class, grab-and-go items to drive growth to a customer's bottom line - this is the dynamic and delicious world of PFG Manufacturing. With the latest array of in-house manufactured food, snack, and beverage offerings, customers can choose products from a family of name brands or create their own custom-made, private label products to stand out in the market.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods: Monday-Friday, 11am-7pm

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company's success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc.

The Forklift Operator, Non Formula transports 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

• Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into appropriate unit. Locate and perform count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to freezer with forklift/pallet jack.
• 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 outdated 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.
• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or act immediately.
• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
• Puts 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. Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Benefits information is available through the company website.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
• Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime for the position
• Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift. Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as replenish product, from various heights weighing between 10-35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout shift
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer and dry
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized pallet jack or forklift
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience
• Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certified

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please review our EEO policies and related documents on the company website.