Forklift Operator - Safe, Efficient Warehouse Picker

Americold Logistics LLC; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products. You will use sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts, high‑reach forklifts, stand‑up straddle trucks, walk‑behind units, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and related equipment to move products efficiently.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and 3 months of related experience; ability to work Monday‑Friday 7am‑3:30pm; OSHA safety adherence is essential for success in this role.

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 the 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‑behind units, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners—in a manner that promotes safety.
• 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

RF scanners

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sit-down forklifts

Stand-up forklifts

High-reach forklifts

Radio frequency equipment

Job description

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products. You will use sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts, high‑reach forklifts, stand‑up straddle trucks, walk‑behind units, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and related equipment to move products efficiently.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and 3 months of related experience; ability to work Monday‑Friday 7am‑3:30pm; OSHA safety adherence is essential for success in this role.