Hi-Lo Operator- Broadmoor Ave | Kentwood

Roskam Foods; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Roskam Foods in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a full-time warehouse associate to join our distribution team. You will safely handle goods, operate a forklift, and move product to and from storage locations to support timely order fulfillment across our network.

The role requires standing for long periods and may involve overtime or weekend shifts as directed by management. You will load outbound orders, inspect trailers for safety and food-grade standards, and secure loaded trailers while

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or forklift experience is required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Overtime, evenings or weekends may be required by management.

Responsibilities

• Performs all work task safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Ability to meet standard pallet move performance rate.
• Inspects equipment prior to use.
• Moves product to and from storage locations.
• Loads outbound orders while verifying accuracy.
• Inspects trailers prior to loading, ensures trailers are safe and food grade.
• Responsible for securing loaded trailer while waiting for pickup.
• Utilizes scanning software to move product in real‑time.
• Performs warehouse cleaning duties including dusting, sweeping, floor scrubbing, etc.
• Occasionally charges or changes Hilo battery, participates in inventory counting and wraps or stacks product.
• Perform other duties as assigned, may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Stand for long periods

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Position Description and Purpose: Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world‑renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf‑stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose‑driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs all work task safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Ability to meet standard pallet move performance rate
• Inspects equipment prior to use
• Moves product to and from storage locations
• Loads outbound orders while verifying accuracy
• Inspects trailers prior to loading, ensures trailers are safe and food grade
• Responsible for securing loaded trailer while waiting for pickup
• Utilizes scanning software to systematically move product in real‑time
• Performs warehouse cleaning duties including but not limited to dusting, sweeping, floor scrubbing, etc.
• Occasionally charges or changes Hilo battery, participates in inventory counting and wraps or stacks product
• Perform other duties as assigned, may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or forklift experience
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• May work overtime, evenings, or weekends to complete work or to attend meetings, as directed and authorized by management

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a cold storage environment preferred
• Previous stand‑up Hilo experience highly preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran‑friendly and equal opportunity employer.