Forklift Operator- Floater

Core-Mark; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; 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 Food Group is hiring a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, to move goods through our distribution process. You will operate equipment such as a forklift, pallet jack, and reach truck, ensuring accurate stocking and safe, efficient throughput.

Responsibilities include locating slots, replenishing pick areas, and maintaining GMP standards while working in multi-temperature environments. Strong safety focus and ability to lift up to 60–90 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• Must have 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift.
• Must be able to work in multi-temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Locate proper slot on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift or hand-stack items.
• Transport incoming freight to inventory using forklift/pallet jack.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock and rotate stock as needed.
• Perform safety checks on equipment and maintain clean work area.
• Complete paperwork and adhere to GMP and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Motorized pallet jack

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 5:30am start

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company's success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc.

The Forklift Operator, Non Formula transports incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area and replenish/re-stock pick slots in a timely manner ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Locates proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand‑stack items, enter product data and location into the appropriate unit. Locates and performs count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transports to freezer with forklift/pallet jack.
• Replenishes pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day's work orders. Rotates date‑sensitive stock to the front of the rack and/or removes out‑of‑date inventory according to company policy.
• Disperses over‑stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Removes empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles.
• Insights empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.
• Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Ensures work area is safe and reports any unsafe conditions and/or must act immediately.
• Reviews work schedule, performs safety check on equipment, obtains required supplies, and prepares for operations.
• Puts on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Meets required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Works from receiving sheets, computer print‑out, established procedures and practices, written and/or verbal instructions. Inspects items for damage, performs temperature and quality checks and takes appropriate action as needed.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.
• Removes batteries requiring recharging, replaces with charged batteries and completes vehicle inspection checklist.
• Secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Beneficial information available.

Qualifications

Must have High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.

Must have 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.

Must be able to work the scheduled / assigned times and required overtime.

Must be able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift. Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, and replenish product from various heights weighing between 10‑35 pounds and generally up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location, throughout shift.

Must be able to work in multi‑temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer and dry.

Must pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

Must have 1+ years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized pallet jack or forklift.

Must have foodservice distribution or related industry experience.

Must be motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certified.

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.

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