Forklift Operator | Precision Inventory & Safety Champion

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is seeking a forklift operator for an on-site role at an Edison, NJ location.

The role involves moving product, conducting daily vehicle inspections, replenishing slots, and ensuring accurate inventory while adhering to HACCP and SQF policies as applicable to the facility. The ideal candidate will operate various forklifts safely, use RF scanners, and support overall warehouse operations with attention to detail and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior forklift experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with RF systems and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Reports to supervisor for daily assignment and inspections.
• Operates lift to move pallets and transport items to production area.
• Replenishes pick slots and verifies correct product, quantity, and lot numbers.
• Keeps area clean and logs inventory discrepancies.
• Maintains safe, efficient forklift operation and proper parking at shift end.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Safety procedures

Inventory accuracy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Reach truck

Pallet jacks

Job description

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) is seeking a forklift operator for an on-site role at an Edison, NJ location.

The role involves moving product, conducting daily vehicle inspections, replenishing slots, and ensuring accurate inventory while adhering to HACCP and SQF policies as applicable to the facility. The ideal candidate will operate various forklifts safely, use RF scanners, and support overall warehouse operations with attention to detail and strong safety awareness.