Forklift Operator - Cold-Chain Warehouse (Overtime)

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Minnesota facility to ensure safe receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using a range of forklifts and RF equipment. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficiency in a cold-storage environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and is suitable for candidates with around three months of related experience, with opportunities to grow in a leading temp-controlled logistics company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.
• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.
• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Minnesota facility to ensure safe receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using a range of forklifts and RF equipment. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficiency in a cold-storage environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and is suitable for candidates with around three months of related experience, with opportunities to grow in a leading temp-controlled logistics company.