Forklift operator

Smart Foodservice Stores; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods in Zebulon, NC is seeking a Forklift Operator to move pallets from dock to storage and back, using powered equipment.

You will perform safety checks, maintain inventory slots, and work in a multi-temperature warehouse environment, with responsibilities across loading, unloading, and stock replenishment.

Base pay is up to $30 per hour with overtime; benefits begin Day One and safety culture is emphasized throughout the role.

Qualifications

• Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands.
• OSHA compliant Forklift Certification required
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment.
• Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection.
• Performs safety checks on battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher; records damage.
• Maintains cleanliness of aisles by removing debris from floor and racks.
• Follows safety policies and practices at all times.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic mathematics

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Voxware

Job description

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.

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.

Forklift Operators may earn up to $30 per hour PLUS overtime !

Schedule & Location

Sunday - Thursday | 5pm/6pm - until work ends | Zebulon, NC

Benefits Day One

From affordable health care to retirement savings, your benefits begin immediately, not weeks later!

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 ENVIRONMENT

Comfortable 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 $30/hr.

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.

***EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***