Forklift Operator, Non-Formula-Outbound Freezer

Performance Foodservice; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution is seeking a Forklift Operator in New Orleans. This full-time role involves operating material handling equipment to ensure efficient product flow while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some warehouse experience, with opportunities for growth in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience required.
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments.
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Maintain efficient flow of products through the distribution process.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Skills

Ability to lift 10-90 pounds

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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 of 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 replenishes/re-stocks pick slots in a timely manner, ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards are met 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 may include, but are not limited to:

• Locates proper slot on storage racks, sets pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enters product data and location into appropriate system. 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 outdated 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, stacks, and moves 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 acts immediately.
• Reviews work schedule, performs safety check on equipment, obtains supplies required to perform the work, 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-outs, 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 the 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.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience
• Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position
• Able to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout shift. Able to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves, as well as 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
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e., cooler, freezer, and dry
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check

Seniority level:

• Entry level

Employment type:

• Full-time

Job function:

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries:

• Food and Beverage Services