Night warehouse forklift

Smart Foodservice Stores; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

US FOODS® is seeking a forklift operator for Oklahoma City to perform material handling across day and night shifts. You will transport pallets, secure loads, and replenish slots while following strict safety and operating procedures.

Responsibilities include inspections, inventory maintenance, and accurate damage reporting. Prior forklift experience and OSHA certification are preferred; general safety culture and ongoing training are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to understand and follow Voxware commands.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Transport pallet loads of product from dock locations to designated warehouse slots using powered industrial equipment.
• Ensure pallets are properly secured to prevent damage or injury during product selection.
• Replenish pick slots with product from reserve storage locations to maintain inventory levels for night warehouse operations.
• Perform daily operational and safety inspections, including batteries, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguishers.
• Record product, equipment, and warehouse damage accurately.
• Maintain aisle cleanliness by removing debris from warehouse floors and racks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading and writing

Basic math

Voxware commands

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA forklift certification

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.

US FOODS®

US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.

Why US FOODS®

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and more


• Strong safety culture


• Career growth opportunities


• Paid training


• Employee recognition programs


• Excellent local leadership

Schedule & Location

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Sunday night through Thursday night

Start time: 4:30 PM until completion

Associates typically average 45-50 hours per week

Schedule may vary based on business needs

Main Ingredients of the Job

• Transport pallet loads of product from dock locations to designated warehouse slots using powered industrial equipment.


• Ensure pallets are properly secured to prevent damage or injury during product selection.


• Replenish pick slots with product from reserve storage locations to maintain inventory levels for night warehouse operations.


• Perform daily operational and safety inspections, including batteries, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguishers.


• Record product, equipment, and warehouse damage accurately.


• Maintain aisle cleanliness by removing debris from warehouse floors and racks.


• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times.

Relationships

Internal: Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Control

External: None

Work Environment

Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5°F to over 100°F required.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to read and write legibly.


• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).


• Ability to understand and follow Voxware commands.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

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

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.

The expected starting base rate for this role is $24.03 per hour.

As applicable, this role may also receive:

• Overtime compensation


• Incentive compensation based on performance (up to $150 weekly)

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre‑tx spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑to short‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

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