Forklift Operator – Day 1 Benefits & Growth

Performance Foodservice; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, to support our Knoxville warehouse operations. The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and reach truck to move freight, stock storage racks, and replenish pick slots while maintaining GMP and safety standards.

You will work Sunday-Thursday evenings, comply with company safety policies, and participate in routine inspections and paperwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 6+ months of warehouse or distribution experience.
• Able to work scheduled hours and overtime.
• Able to stand/walk/reach/lift repeatedly throughout shift.
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments.
• Pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment such as forklift, pallet jack and reach truck.
• Transport incoming freight to inventory and store in racks.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock according to work orders.
• Despatch damaged/expired items per policy and maintain safety standards.
• Complete paperwork and inspections, ensure safety and GMP compliance.
• Perform general housekeeping and end-of-shift shutdown procedures.

Skills

Standing/lifting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Reach truck

Job description

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, to support our Knoxville warehouse operations. The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and reach truck to move freight, stock storage racks, and replenish pick slots while maintaining GMP and safety standards.

You will work Sunday-Thursday evenings, comply with company safety policies, and participate in routine inspections and paperwork.