Forklift Operator – Safe, Efficient Food Warehouse

Americold; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator in Wisconsin to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach units, and RF scanners. You will load/unload freight, stack and store merchandise, inspect for damage, and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Must be able to work in cold environments, handle up to 80 lbs, and work overtime as needed. GED or high school diploma preferred; 3 months related experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.
• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.
• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Independent work

Attention to detail

Meet deadlines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Americold is seeking a Forklift Operator in Wisconsin to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach units, and RF scanners. You will load/unload freight, stack and store merchandise, inspect for damage, and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Must be able to work in cold environments, handle up to 80 lbs, and work overtime as needed. GED or high school diploma preferred; 3 months related experience encouraged.