Forklift Operator - Flexible Hours in Cold Warehouse

Pure Flavor; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Flavor in Romulus, MI is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate industrial equipment for loading, unloading and moving product and packaging. The role supports the supply chain by loading trucks and accurately counting shipments for outbound delivery.

The position requires 2+ years of forklift experience, attention to safety, and the ability to work independently or in a team in a refrigerated warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years forklift experience required; Forklift Certification preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team
• Commitment to adhere to all security and safety procedures; excellent driving skills and the ability to show good judgement
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time and react quickly in emergency situations
• Proficient in English communication; oral, written and reading
• Steel toed shoes are required

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift or other hand truck activities, to stage, count, sort, wrap finished product and move shipments of product and packaging material.
• Examine shipment contents and compare with records to verify accuracy and quality of shipment, place shipment on designated truck for delivery to customer.
• Communicate frequently with Shipping Supervisor, report quality issues, damage, shortages of product or packaging.
• Maintain a clean work area; remove empty and damage pallets, wood, and plastic.
• Daily inspection of assigned forklift or other material handling equipment; report damages or mechanical issues to personnel with authority
• Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Skills

Forklift experience

English communication

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Pure Flavor in Romulus, MI is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate industrial equipment for loading, unloading and moving product and packaging. The role supports the supply chain by loading trucks and accurately counting shipments for outbound delivery.

The position requires 2+ years of forklift experience, attention to safety, and the ability to work independently or in a team in a refrigerated warehouse environment.