Standup Forklift Operator (Day-Shift)

PFD OPCO LLC; Oregon; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401K savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Personal Time off

Employee Discounts

EOE

Job summary

Quirch Foods is hiring for a warehouse associate in Oregon. The role focuses on operating forklifts and pallet jacks, inspecting incoming merchandise, and keeping the warehouse organized and secure.

You will perform cycle counts, pick customer pickup orders, and help load/unload trucks while ensuring accurate labeling and inventory integrity. A safety-conscious mindset and basic English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Proficient in reading and writing English to perform tasks, read labels and instructions.
• Ability to operate forklifts and hand scanners with training.
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus.
• Good judgment for safe and efficient material handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and electric pallet jack as needed.
• Inspect received products for damage and proper labeling.
• Keep warehouse organized and clean; maintain inventory accuracy.
• Perform cycle counts and stock rotation as required.
• Pick orders for customer pickups; unload/load trucks per PO requirements.
• Maintain product storage integrity and safe handling.
• Record and scan items; ensure proper labels and locations.
• Ensure facility security and asset protection; keep reports up to date.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Reading & writing English

Team communication

Tools

CK31 scanner

CK71 scanner

Handheld scanners

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed
• Inspect product being received for damages
• Keep warehouse organized and clean
• Be able to perform inventory cycle count as needed
• Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product
• Perform stock rotation of product.
• Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements
• Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements
• Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage
• Maintain accurate inventories
• Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility.
• Timely and accurate slotting of products in rack system.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Can read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language sufficiently to perform various tasks of the job, including but not limited to; read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, communicating with co-workers and the general public, understanding oral and written instructions, accurately completing various shipping papers, reports, and records required of the position.
• Ability to operate various types of configuration of equipment assigned, including various types of forklifts and hand held scanners with training.
• Familiar with CK31 & CK71 scanner a plus.
• Possess good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers’ products safely and efficiently, and communicating tactfully and diplomatically.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures
• Ability to meet physical requirements including: standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; regular lifting of up to 20 to 100 pounds.

Benefits you will enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan
• 401K savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time off
• Employee Discounts
• Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

We are Quirch Foods. Our Passion is your Joy. We are one of the largest distributors of food products in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, with a customer list that includes independent and chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, processors and manufacturers, cruise lines, and restaurants. With 55 years of solid history and experience, today we operate a fleet of just under 500 refrigerated trucks and over 2.3 million square feet of combined distribution space through 22 facilities in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, Washington, Oregon, and Puerto Rico. Quirch Foods owns a portfolio of proprietary food brands and offers domestic and international logistics, cold chain services, marketing support, as well as advanced technological solutions to provide unmatched service to its customers. Our culture is one of Win/Win, not just for our customers but also for every team member. We take pride in our diverse workforce, and each team member takes part in the company’s continuous growth.