Reach Truck Operator

US Foods, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K and ESPP

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is seeking Reach Truck Operators to join our distribution team in Florida. You will operate a reach truck to move pallets between docks and storage locations, focusing on safe handling and efficient material flow. Night shifts are required with some overtime, and full benefits are available.

The role emphasizes maintaining equipment, following safety protocols, and supporting inventory tasks. Prior selector experience and a High School diploma help, with Voxware command familiarity a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ability to read and write legibly; basic math skills.
• Prior experience as a Material Handler/Selector is a plus.
• Familiarity with Voxware commands is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate a reach truck and perform material handling tasks.
• Transport pallets from dock to warehouse slots using powered equipment.
• Replenish pick slots from reserve slots to support night shift work.
• Inspect and maintain reach trucks; report issues and ensure safety checks.
• Record product, equipment, and warehouse damage accurately.
• Conduct end-of-shift cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain clean aisles and follow all safety policies.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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.

Embark on a fulfilling career with US Foods , a renowned leader in the food distribution industry. Our rich culture, history of internal promotions, excellent training programs, and unwavering commitment to continuous improvement make us the ideal workplace for those seeking growth opportunities.

US Foods Offers

• Immediate benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and life insurance.
• Benefits Start Day One : medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com) (https://benefitspricing.com/usfoods/2023/inputs.html)
• Strong safety culture and exceptional local leadership.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous improvement.

Work Schedule: Night shift: Sunday through Thursday from 3:45 pm until complete (including holidays), with variable finish times that may require overtime.

Pay Rate: $24.29 per hour

Job Overview: We seek Reach Truck Operators to join the US Foods family. You will operate a reach truck as an integral team member, performing material handling assignments. Your role involves identifying and transporting material to and from storage areas and the loading dock. Operate the Reach Truck/high lift with a focus on safety.

Main Ingredients

• Transport pallet loads of product from the dock to the correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment, ensuring all pallets are securely placed to avoid damage or injury during product selection.
• Replenish pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection.
• Operate and maintain reach trucks to deliver top-notch quality, ensuring they are consistently clean and in optimal operational condition.
• Perform operations and safety checks, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.
• Record all products, equipment, and warehouse damage.
• Conduct thorough end-of-shift wipe-downs of reach trucks and other equipment, ensuring impeccable cleanliness and functionality.
• Maintain aisle cleanliness by removing debris from the floor and racks.
• Always follow safety policies and practices.

What You Bring to The Table

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Related Experience: Job related certification for Material Handling Equipment. Prior Selector experience is preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide). Must be able to understand Voxware commands.

Why Choose Us Foods?

• One of the largest food distributors, providing a rich culture and history of internal promotions.
• Commitment to excellence, with robust training programs and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Success is driven by cultural beliefs emphasizing a solid work ethic, collaborative spirit, and unwavering commitment to service.

Join US Foods , where we help you make it happen through professional growth opportunities and a broad career path. Our commitment to your success extends beyond great food, shaping the communities where we live and work. We reward dedication and hard work with a flexible and rewarding compensation and benefits package.

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

The training base rate for this role is $24.29 per hour to $38.27 per hour , and after training, associates will be paid incentive-based component pay determined by productivity metrics such as cases scanned per hour .

Benefits:

• Benefits for this role may 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

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