Forklift Operator - Food Warehouse Specialist

Americold; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is hiring a Forklift Operator in Sioux City, IA to safely receive, store, and ship food products using forklifts, RF scanners, and pallet jacks. You’ll aim for accuracy, quality, and throughput while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking, picking, checking for damage or infestation, labeling, packing, and assisting with inventory and battery changes. OT evenings or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage.
• Stack and store merchandise, pick orders, check for damage, label, sort, wrap and pack as directed.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner per OSHA standards.
• Meet production standards while keeping a clean, orderly work area.
• Assist with inventory, cleaning, or battery changes as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

OT availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet jacks

Sit-down forklift

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Americold is hiring a Forklift Operator in Sioux City, IA to safely receive, store, and ship food products using forklifts, RF scanners, and pallet jacks. You’ll aim for accuracy, quality, and throughput while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stacking, picking, checking for damage or infestation, labeling, packing, and assisting with inventory and battery changes. OT evenings or weekends may be required.