Forklift Operator (Day Shift)

Quirch Foods, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Prescription drug plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K

Paid holidays

PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quirch Foods, LLC is seeking a dependable Warehouse/Forklift Operator in Fort Lauderdale. The role requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, inspecting incoming product, and maintaining clean, organized storage areas.

You will perform cycle counts and pick orders for customer pickups while ensuring accurate labeling and inventory control. The position involves working in a cold environment, lifting up to 100 pounds, and using CK31/CK71 scanners as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English to perform job tasks.
• Ability to operate various forklifts and handheld scanners with training.
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus.
• Possess good judgement to operate forklift safely and handle products.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures.
• Physical ability to stand, sit and walk, twist, and lift 20–100 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed.
• Inspects received product for damages.
• Keeps warehouse organized and clean.
• Performs inventory cycle counts as needed.
• Picks point of sale orders for customers picking up product.
• Performs stock rotation of product.
• Receives trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load/unload tractors.
• Scans and places labels on products per requirements.
• Maintains product integrity through proper handling and storage.
• Maintains accurate inventories.
• Ensures facility maintenance through housekeeping and secure assets.
• Slots products in rack system in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

English language

Scanner handhelds

Tools

CK31 CK71 scanner

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed
• Inspect product being received for damages
• Keep warehouse organized and clean
• Be able to perform inventory cycle count as needed
• Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product
• Perform stock rotation of product.
• Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements
• Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements
• Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage
• Maintain accurate inventories
• Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility.
• Timely and accurate slotting of products in rack system.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Can read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language sufficiently to perform various tasks of the job, including but not limited to; read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, communicating with co-workers and the general public, understanding oral and written instructions, accurately completing various shipping papers, reports, and records required of the position.
• Ability to operate various types of configuration of equipment assigned, including various types of forklifts and hand held scanners with training.
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus.
• Possess good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers’ products safely and efficiently, and communicating tactfully and diplomatically.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures
• Ability to meet physical requirements including: standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; regular lifting of up to 20 to 100 pounds.

Benefits you will enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan
• 401K savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time off
• Employee Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.