Forklift Operator

Imperial Distributors, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Distributors, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to load, unload, and move pallets throughout the warehouse. You will drive stand-up, battery-powered forklifts and use supporting equipment to position goods in Bulk or Pick Mod areas.

The role requires basic computer skills, the ability to read simple instructions, and a willingness to work a four-day workweek that includes Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Previous experience is helpful but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and ability to follow simple instructions.
• Previous related experience is helpful (1–3 months).
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up, battery-powered forklift, and related equipment.
• Load/unload pallets and place them in designated areas.
• Perform checks against documents and ensure accuracy.
• Use RF scanner and Lydia headset during tasks.
• Notify supervisor of equipment malfunctions and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading comprehension

Communication

Math operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Cherry picker

Transporter

RF Scanner

Lydia headset

Job description

Description

Summary:

At Imperial, we sell, distribute, and service General Merchandise, Seasonal Products, and Health/Beauty/Wellness Products to our customers. As a Forklift Operator, you will drive a stand up, battery powered, forklift truck, to load or unload pallets into designed areas through the warehouse. You will utilize either a cherry picker, reach truck, or transporter to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products or pallets. After product is received and processed, it either gets put away in the Bulk area, or into the Pick Mod. Our Forklift Operators accurately transfer our product to ensure customer demands are met.

Schedule: 4 days/week (includes Saturday) 7AM-5:30PM

About Imperial (IDI)

Imperial is a recognized leader in supermarket non-foods distribution and merchandising. For over 85 years, we've helped our partners grow smarter and stronger-offering unmatched product selection, customized programs, and expert retail support across health, beauty, wellness, general merchandise categories. IDI supports over 50 regional and independent retail grocery banners with products from major national CPG brands as well as customized private label and seasonal program options.

What sets us apart? Our singular focus is on providing retailers with the value, innovation, and differentiation they need to thrive in today's dynamic marketplace.

Our Mission prioritizes people, embraces change, and fosters growth. And ourVisionis to redefine partnership with a lasting impact on our customers, communities, and the industry. At the center of it all is ouramazing team.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Drive forklift, reach truck, cherry picker, transporter
• Pick refill and put-away receiving
• Perform detailed checks against documents.
• Uses RF Scanner and Lydia headset
• Notifies supervisor of equipment malfunction.
• Pallet configuration.
• General bulk area maintenance
• Meets productivity and accuracy standard.
• Clean work area
• Follows all module safety trainings/requirements.
• Possible floater to other Imperial warehouses.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills – requiring able to use a log in and password and follow simple instructions.
• Previous experience helpful, one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.