Inbound Forklift Operator, Days

Coastal Sunbelt Produce; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Sunbelt Produce is seeking a warehouse associate in Maryland to receive inbound produce, stock and rotate inventory, and operate equipment safely. You will ensure proper pallet placement and maintain clean, organized work areas across shifts.

The role requires basic warehouse experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, and the ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively. This position is on-site with potential for growth within the distribution team.

Qualifications

• Must have strong reading and writing in English and be able to read, write, and speak fluently.
• Candidates should demonstrate reliable productivity and the ability to perform tasks at a steady pace.
• Experience in warehouse operations or related environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Receives inbound produce and puts it away in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Operates powered industrial equipment safely.
• Stocking selection slots and keeping pallets free from tape, wrap, or wires.
• Clean and sanitize the work area and assist with product accounting as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Productivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Riding pallet jack

RF scanners

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for putting away inbound produce.

Responsibilities

• Receives and puts away all inbound produce.
• Ensures product is put away in proper rotation (FIFO).
• Safe operation of powered industrial equipment.
• Ensures selection slots are properly stocked with the product always keeps pallets free from tape, wrap or wires and remove empty pallets as needed.
• Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the work area.
• Accounting for the received product.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education

• Prefer High School or GED

Experience

Six (6) months experience in a warehouse.

• Six (6) months experience of proficiently utilizing a stand-up forklift and riding pallet jack preferred.
• Basic knowledge of fresh produce preferred.
• Experience in replenishment, cycling of product, RF (radio frequency) scanners and other returns related functions preferred.

Skills

• Must have strong reading, writing, and be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to perform work assignments at an acceptable productivity level.
• Able to effectively communicate and interact with others in a professional manner.

Physical Demand

• Stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, squat, turn the body, and walk.
• Lift and move cases (selecting a product and placing on a pallet) ranging in weight up to 75 lbs continuously to and from heights ranging from floor to knee, waist, shoulder, and overhead.
• Use hands and fingers to peel and stick labels on cases.
• Handle and feel objects and/or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Must have the ability to talk and hear; must be able to hear warning horns on moving machinery and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include close and distance vision, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must exhibit a high level of endurance, energy, and strength to successfully perform the position.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in confined spaces