Forklift Operator - Freezer Warehouse - 8 Hour Shifts

interchangegroup; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

interchangegroup seeks a Stand up Forklift Operator for the Freezer Warehouse in Mount Crawford, VA. Roles include handling cold-storage goods in minus 10 degrees, with day or night shifts and overtime possibilities.

Compensation ranges from $19.15 to $22.90 per hour and training is provided. The role requires safe handling of materials, inventory checks, and efficient movement of goods while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1 year forklift experience preferred; training provided.
• Familiarity with RFID.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work environment through personal actions.
• Load and unload trucks and containers using equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check and count freight for accuracy and/or damage; take inventory as needed.
• Direct product to correct area in warehouse.
• Clear work area of loose wood and plastic; sweep area as needed.
• Report faulty equipment, damage to racks, and safety hazards to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

RFID

WMS

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Overtime availability

Reading numbers

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Tools

RFID

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Day Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday

Night Shift: 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM Monday - Friday

Compensation: $19.15 to $22.90 / hour

Overview: Under general supervision, Stand up Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not limited to, Raymond stand up forklifts, Raymond stand up dock loaders, and various sit down LP trucks. Must be able to work in minus 10 degrees Fahrenheit cold storage environment.

Location: Freezer Warehouse, Mount Crawford

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote safe work environment through personal actions
• Load and unload trucks and containers using equipment provided in safe and efficient manner
• Check and count freight for accuracy and/or damage. Take inventory as needed
• Direct product to correct area in warehouse
• Clear work area of loose wood and plastic, sweep area as needed
• Report faulty equipment, damage to racks, and other safety hazards to supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prefer 1 year of Forklift experience (specific standup or sit down) in a warehouse or manufacturing environment but not mandatory. Training will be provided.
• Familiarity with RFID
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems

  Preferred Skills:

  • Strong teamwork skills
  • Self-motivator
  • Must be able to work overtime, days and/or evenings, and weekends
  • Ability to read numbers and labels
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines
  • Ability to safely lift up to 60 lbs. frequently

  Pre-employment background check, drug test, and physical are required