Forklift Operator - 29th St Location

Roskam Foods; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Roskam Foods in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a dependable Forklift Operator to support shipping and storage operations in our multi-line facility. You will move product, load outbound orders, and ensure safe, accurate handling daily.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, prior warehouse or forklift experience, and the ability to stand for long periods. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a

Qualifications

• Prior forklift or warehouse experience preferred.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift light to medium loads.
• Willing to overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely to move product between storage locations.
• Load outbound orders and verify accuracy.
• Inspect equipment before use and report any issues.
• Move product and assist with inventory counts as needed.
• Perform warehouse cleaning and general duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Ability to stand for long periods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator

Position Description and Purpose: Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world‑renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf‑stable products. We are a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in purpose‑driven leadership to generate value for all and are on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands.

Reports to: Shipping Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all work tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Meet the standard pallet move performance rate.
• Inspect equipment prior to use.
• Move product to and from storage locations.
• Load outbound orders while verifying accuracy.
• Inspect trailers prior to loading, ensure trailers are safe and food grade.
• Secure loaded trailer while waiting for pickup.
• Utilize scanning software to systematically move product in real time.
• Perform warehouse cleaning duties including dusting, sweeping, and floor scrubbing.
• Occasionally charge or change Hilo battery, participate in inventory counting, wrap or stack product.
• Perform other duties as assigned; may be required to work outside normal responsibilities from time to time.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse or forklift experience.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• May work overtime, evenings, or weekends as directed by management.
• Previous stand‑up Hilo experience highly preferred.
• Previous experience working in a cold storage environment preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran‑friendly and equal opportunity employer.