Night Forklift Operator

US FOODS; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join US FOODS as a Forklift Operator, where you will operate industrial forklifts to handle materials safely and efficiently. This role requires a high school diploma and forklift certification, with a competitive hourly wage starting at $24.41. You will work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the smooth operation of warehouse functions.

Qualifications

• Job-related certification for Material Handling Equipment preferred.
• Prior Selector and/or Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial forklift to transport materials.
• Perform safety checks on equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of aisles and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Ability to read and write legibly

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

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.

We are looking for Forklift Operators who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS family

Forklift Operators start at $24.41 plus a $.50 night shift differential.

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

Sunday start time 5pm

Monday - Thursday start time 5:30pm

As a US FOODS Forklift Operator you will be critical to the US FOODS team and one of the important faces of our organization Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

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.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Related Experience: Job-related certification for Material Handling Equipment; Prior Selector and/or Forklift experience is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

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

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 as applicable by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $24.41 per hour. and $24.91 per hour.

***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***