Forklift Technician — Day/Night Shifts, On‑Site

Giant Food; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Food is hiring for a full-time on-site position at the Distribution Center in Jessup, MD. The role involves operating test equipment and performing preventive maintenance on warehouse machinery, with responsibilities that include inspecting and repairing material handling equipment and handling hazardous materials per OSHA guidelines.

You will be lifting up to 65 pounds regularly, working in varying temperatures, and operating forklifts and pallet jacks as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Customer service to improve the customer experience
• Knowledge of distribution center systems, equipment and technology
• Adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
• Understanding of inventory control and quality assurance processes
• Respect for labor relations and union/non-union requirements
• Commitment to people safety in the workplace
• Efficient operational coordination to meet daily plans
• Awareness of state, federal and local laws and regulations

Responsibilities

• Operate test equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
• Inspect, maintain, overhaul and repair material handling equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on warehouse equipment.
• Dispose hazardous materials following OSHA procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and equipment.
• Submit daily repairs and PM documentation accurately and timely.
• Own and maintain necessary hand tools for job duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Skills

Customer Service

Distribution Center Systems

Food Safety

Inventory Control

People Safety

Operational Coordination

Regulatory Awareness

Team Collaboration

Job description

Giant Food is hiring for a full-time on-site position at the Distribution Center in Jessup, MD. The role involves operating test equipment and performing preventive maintenance on warehouse machinery, with responsibilities that include inspecting and repairing material handling equipment and handling hazardous materials per OSHA guidelines.

You will be lifting up to 65 pounds regularly, working in varying temperatures, and operating forklifts and pallet jacks as part of daily duties.