Forklift Operator: Fast-Paced Warehouse Role

Publix Super Markets; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Group health, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Free hot lunches at facilities

Job summary

Publix Super Markets is hiring warehouse forklift operators to maneuver powered industrial equipment, moving cases and pallets within Publix’s distribution centers. The role includes rotating stock, replenishing pick locations, and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.

Responsibilities also cover assisting with other positions as needed, following inventory control practices and safety guidelines in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Obtain pallet truck and forklift certification by start date.
• Lift a minimum of 67 pounds (85 pounds in boxed meat/dairy warehouse).
• Sit/stand for long periods; bend, stoop, twist.
• Operate a pallet truck or forklift with body within operator compartment."

Responsibilities

• Move cases and pallets to assigned slots in the warehouse.
• Transport product from receiving dock to reserve locations.
• Replenish pick locations as they are emptied.
• Rotate inventory using oldest stock first.
• Maintain a clean warehouse and sweep empty slots.
• Occasionally fill in for warehouse selectors or other roles as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading & numbers

Physical stamina

Night shifts

Weekend availability

Tools

Pallet jack / forklift

Certification in pallet truck and forklift

Job description

Publix Super Markets is hiring warehouse forklift operators to maneuver powered industrial equipment, moving cases and pallets within Publix’s distribution centers. The role includes rotating stock, replenishing pick locations, and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.

Responsibilities also cover assisting with other positions as needed, following inventory control practices and safety guidelines in a fast-paced warehouse setting.