Forklift Operator - Freezer Warehouse - 8 Hour Shifts

Rippling, Inc.; Mount Crawford (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

401K Plan with up to 4% Match

Wellness Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

InterChange Group, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for our Freezer Warehouse in Mount Crawford, VA. You will safely receive, store, and ship food products using Raymond stand up forklifts and related equipment in a minus 10 degrees cold storage environment.

We offer competitive starting wages ($19.15–$22.90 per hour) and a benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision, 401K with up to 4% match, Wellness Reimbursement, Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year forklift experience preferred but not mandatory; training provided.
• Familiarity with RFID systems.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid state driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to load/unload trucks and containers.
• Identify and count freight, assist with inventory as needed.
• Direct products to correct locations within the warehouse.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment and report hazards.

Skills

Forklift experience

RFID familiarity

Warehouse Management Systems

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Raymond stand up forklift

Raymond stand up dock loaders

LP trucks

Job description

Forklift Operator - Freezer Warehouse - 8 Hour Shifts

About InterChange Group, Inc.

Founded in 1993 as The Warehouse Company, InterChange Group, Inc. is a regional Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider and developer based in Harrisonburg, VA. With a building portfolio of nearly 2.0million SF, over 500 acres of prime industrial/commercial land and a staff of highly experienced warehousemen, InterChange is positioned to meet the supply chain and distribution needs of any company.

We offer competitive starting wages as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• 401K Plan with up to 4% Match
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

InterChange is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value Diversity and Inclusion in our workplace.

About the role

Location: Freezer Warehouse, Mount Crawford

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.

Compensation: $19.15 to $22.90 / hour

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
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license preferred

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**