Forklift Operator, Non Formula

PFG Customized; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join their team. In this role, you will be pivotal in maintaining the efficient flow of products through the distribution process, ensuring quality standards are met. You'll operate essential material handling equipment while adhering to safety protocols and contributing to a culture of respect and recognition. This position offers competitive pay and benefits from day one, along with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make a meaningful impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse/distribution experience required.
• Ability to lift 10-90 pounds and work in multi-temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to transport goods safely.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and maintain productivity standards.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Reach Truck

Job description

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• 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

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 perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Locates proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into appropriate unit. Locates and performs count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transport 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 remove outdated 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. Inspects 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.
• Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Reviews work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare 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, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.
• Removes batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Secures all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience, ability to work scheduled/overtime, physical ability to lift 10-90 pounds, ability to work in multi-temperature environments, pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage