Receiving Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

Core-Mark; Elkton, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

PFG Customized Distribution in Elkton, MD is seeking a Warehouse Associate to move incoming freight from staging to freezer storage, using a forklift or pallet jack to place pallets and inspect items for damage. You will enter product data into the RF unit, replenish pick slots for the next day’s orders, and maintain a clean, safe work area following GMP and safety guidelines.

The role requires 6 months to 1 year of warehouse experience, the ability to lift up to 80 pounds, and comfort working

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 6 months to 1 year warehouse and/or distribution experience.
• Able to work scheduled, assigned times and overtime as required.
• Able to lift 10–30 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Able to work in multi-temperature environments (cooler, freezer, dry).
• Pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must have reach truck experience.

Responsibilities

• Move incoming freight from staging to freezer storage using forklift or pallet jack.
• Inspect items for damage and perform temperature and quality checks.
• Enter product data and location into RF unit.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock for next day orders.
• Rotate dated stock to the front and remove obsolete inventory as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping and complete end-of-shift paperwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

RF data entry

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Reach truck

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Company Description

PFG Customized Distribution meets the special needs of some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster and Ruby Tuesday. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes and account coordination, PFG Customized Distribution serves customers across the United States and in more than 40 countries.

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.

Benefits

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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.

Preferred qualifications

• 1-2 years of warehouse and/or distribution work experience


• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience


• Pallet jack and/or forklift certified

Preferred Professional Certification(s)

• OSHA Forklift operator certificate

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.