Refrigerated Warehouse Associate - Forklift Pro

Fortune Fish & Gourmet; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload delivery vehicles, pick products from the warehouse, and secure pallets for shipment in a refrigerated environment. The role emphasizes receiving and safe storage while maintaining cleanliness and adherence to safety policies.

Ideal candidates will follow instructions, stay organized, and demonstrate a strong work ethic, focus, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a general laborer, preferably in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Ability to operate a forklift proficiently.
• Strong people skills and dependable attendance.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment (35º).
• Physical ability to lift 49 pounds and stand up to 8 hours.
• English and Spanish language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of the work environment.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Accepting delivery of inventory.
• Counting and confirming inventory.
• Inspecting inventory for damage and faults.
• Communicating errors with relevant parties.
• Marking and labeling stock.
• Storing inventory in an accessible manner.
• Loading and wrapping stock on pallets.
• Building loads with forklift and electronic pallet jack.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload delivery vehicles, pick products from the warehouse, and secure pallets for shipment in a refrigerated environment. The role emphasizes receiving and safe storage while maintaining cleanliness and adherence to safety policies.

Ideal candidates will follow instructions, stay organized, and demonstrate a strong work ethic, focus, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced setting.