Receiving Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

PFG Customized; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

PFG Customized in Elkton, MD seeks a warehouse associate for freezer operations. You will transport inbound freight, stock shelves, and replenish pick slots while adhering to GMP, safety, and quality standards. The role requires forklift reach-truck experience and the ability to work in multi‑temperature environments.

The position involves data entry into RF units, routine inspections, and lifting up to 80 lbs with overtime as needed. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1 year of warehouse experience.
• Must be able to stand, lift and work overtime.
• Ability to operate forklift/reach truck.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight to inventory and store in racks.
• Inspect items for damage and perform quality checks.
• Enter product data and location into RF unit.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock per orders.
• Rotate stock and remove expired items per policy.
• Perform general housekeeping and safety checks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reach truck

RF data entry

Warehouse handling

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

RF scanner

Reach truck

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:
Transport incoming freight to inventory from staging areas for storage in the appropriate slots, on the multi-level racks in the assigned warehouse area and replenish / re-stock pick slots in a timely manner ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately. Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.

Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines. Work from receiving sheets, computer print-out, established procedures and practices, written and /or verbal instructions.

Locate and perform count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to freezer with forklift / pallet jack. Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.

Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into RF unit. Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day’s work orders.

Rotate date-sensitive stock to the front of the rack and / or remove out dated out of date inventory according to company policy Disperse over-stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.

Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles. Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area.

Perform general housekeeping duties in work area as needed. Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

THIS IS A FREEZER POSTION.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

6 Months to 1 year of warehouse and/or distribution work experience

Must be able to work scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position

Able to stand, walk, reach, lift repeatedly throughout the shift

Able to lift and stack product between 10-30 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally throughout shift

Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e. cooler, freezer and dry.

Pass pre-employment drug test

Must have reach truck experience.

THIS IS A FREEZER POSITION.

Compensation

Competitive Pay - $21 to $24 / hour and $1,000 Sign On Bonus