Stand-Up Forklift Operator – Cold Warehouse

Mastronardi Produce; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastronardi Produce in Livonia, MI is seeking a warehouse associate to support inventory movement and warehousing with a focus on accuracy in shipping and inventory control.

The role requires operating a stand-up forklift, maintaining inventory integrity, and following safety and quality procedures in a refrigerated warehouse environment. You must hold a forklift license and a valid driver’s license or state ID, with an eye exam within the last year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift license (certification) and related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license or state ID and a recent eye exam within 1 year.
• Ability to use a scan gun and calculator.
• Basic arithmetic and math (counting) skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Move product within warehouse and trailers using a stand-up forklift.
• Handle and maintain the flow of inventory in the warehouse.
• Perform basic tag and paperwork functions with high accuracy to ensure integrity of pallet movement and food safety traceability.
• Ensure all equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and orderly fashion.
• Report any product quality issues immediately to the supervisor.
• Properly select / load / inspect / sort product per supervisors’ instructions / guidance.
• Assist in general clean-up of the warehouse throughout the day.
• Report to the supervisor when an inventory rack, piece of equipment, or anything else that may pose a safety risk to employees working in that area.
• Ensure safe/proper operation of equipment per company.
• Complete equipment checklists to ensure proper condition of equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Scanner usage

Calculations

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Forklift Certification

Job description

Mastronardi Produce in Livonia, MI is seeking a warehouse associate to support inventory movement and warehousing with a focus on accuracy in shipping and inventory control.

The role requires operating a stand-up forklift, maintaining inventory integrity, and following safety and quality procedures in a refrigerated warehouse environment. You must hold a forklift license and a valid driver’s license or state ID, with an eye exam within the last year.