Night Forklift Operator

US Foods, Inc.; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a Night Forklift Operator in Cookeville, TN to handle material movements on the dock and warehouse floors using a forklift and high-lift. You will move pallets, confirm slots, and maintain inventory levels across shifts with safety as a priority.

The role offers benefits starting day one and a variable base pay with overtime eligibility. Schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 3:30pm to completion, with opportunities for growth within the US Foods family.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write; basic math skills.
• Must understand Voxware commands.

Responsibilities

• Transport pallet loads from dock to correct warehouse slots using powered equipment.
• Replenish pick slots from reserve slots to maintain inventory for night shift.
• Perform safety checks: battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Voxware commands

Selector experience

Forklift operator experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

## Night Forklift OperatorApply: Cookeville TN: Full time: Posted Today: R283740ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEBASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots during the day shift using safe operating practices. **US FOODS** is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus. We are looking for a **Night Forklift Operator** who relish the chance to push their potential, grow, and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family. **Cookeville Forklifts make $18.50/hr. plus incentives. Top earners may make up to $26/hr.** **Schedule: Sunday - Thursday; 3:30pm to completion** BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Main Ingredients of the Job! Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots during the day shift using safe operating practices. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and insures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when product is selected.* Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection.* Performs operations and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.* Records all product, equipment and warehouse damage.* Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks.* Follows safety policies and practices at all times.RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Control External: N/A WORK ENVIRONMENTComfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees require **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands. **CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING*** OSHA compliant Forklift Certification required **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** High School diploma or equivalent preferred* Prior Selector experience preferred* Prior Forklift Operator experience preferred Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $18.50 and $27.00 This role will also receive overtime compensation. Benefits for this role may also include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html **\\*\\*\\*EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/****Age/Genetic Information****/Protected Veteran/Disability Status\\*\\*\\***