Night Forklift Operator

usfoods; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Plan

ESPP

Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Night Forklift Operator to handle material movement, load docking areas, and position stock in storage slots during day and night shifts. You will operate forklifts to lower stock to ground level and raise stock to higher storage levels, adhering to safety practices.

The role emphasizes OSHA forklift certification, readiness for multi-temperature environments, and a base hourly pay of $21–$22.58 with overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills.
• Familiarity with Voxware commands is preferred.
• OSHA forklift safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transports pallet loads from dock to warehouse slots using powered equipment.
• Replenishes pick slots from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels.
• Perform safety checks: battery, brakes, lift controls, fire extinguisher.
• Record all product, equipment and warehouse damage.
• Maintain clean aisles by removing debris from floors and racks.
• Follow safety policies and practices at all times.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Voxware commands

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

OSHA Compliant Forklift Certification

Tools

Voxware commands

Job description

BASIC 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.

Job Description

We help YOU make it!

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.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday
Sun start time 2pm to completion, Monday-Thursday start time 4pm to completion
Jackson Forklifts make $21.50

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 ENVIRONMENT

Comfortable 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 $21 and $22.58.

This role will also receive overtime compensation.

• health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

We strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers.

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