Layer Picker/Forklift Operator – Mid Shift (Cold Storage)

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast RDC in Front Royal, VA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator. Pay rate is $29.40 per hour with a mid shift (3pm–11pm), Sunday to Thursday. You will build partial pallets by hand, stage them at outbound doors and operate MHE in freezer, cooler and dry zones.

The role requires reaching pallets, inspecting for shortages or damage, labeling, and following PWMs/SWMS. Certification as a forklift operator is required, with strict safety adherence and teamwork essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50–100 pounds and work in extreme temperatures.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a capacity test.
• Must be able to work a mid shift and operate MHE.

Responsibilities

• Build pallets by hand and ensure correct labeling.
• Transport pallets between staging and loading areas using MHE.
• Inspect product quality and report shortages or damage.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and comply with PWMs and safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

MHE experience

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reach forklift

Job description

Sysco Northeast RDC in Front Royal, VA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator. Pay rate is $29.40 per hour with a mid shift (3pm–11pm), Sunday to Thursday. You will build partial pallets by hand, stage them at outbound doors and operate MHE in freezer, cooler and dry zones.

The role requires reaching pallets, inspecting for shortages or damage, labeling, and following PWMs/SWMS. Certification as a forklift operator is required, with strict safety adherence and teamwork essential.