Turret Forklift Operator: Fast-Paced Cold Storage Warehouse

Performance Food Group (New); Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vistar in Whitestown, IN is seeking a Turret Operator to safely run turret forklifts, perform put-away and replenishment, and move product while maintaining accurate inventory in a temperature-controlled warehouse.

The role demands safety focus, dependability, and teamwork; training and certification are required before operation. Overtime may be required; work includes dry, cooler, and freezer areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution experience required; turret forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate a turret forklift and other powered equipment after training and certification.
• Ability to read and understand product labels, locations, instructions, and documentation.
• Basic computer and RF scanner skills or willingness to learn warehouse systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate turret forklifts and other warehouse equipment as authorized and trained.
• Perform put-away, replenishment, picking, staging, and product movement activities.
• Retrieve product from elevated rack locations while maintaining control of equipment and load.
• Identify product, locations, quantities, and pallet information accurately.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems to complete transactions and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Verify product and location information before moving or storing inventory.
• Safely maneuver equipment through narrow aisles and congested areas.
• Maintain proper pallet placement and ensure product is securely stored.
• Inspect pallets, product, racks, and equipment and report hazards.
• Follow safety procedures, PPE usage, and keep areas clean and organized.
• Communicate inventory discrepancies and other issues to leadership.
• Assist with inventory counts and other warehouse functions as needed.

Skills

Safety-focused

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

RF scanner

Forklift operation

Warehouse navigation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Warehouse management systems

RF scanner

Job description

Vistar in Whitestown, IN is seeking a Turret Operator to safely run turret forklifts, perform put-away and replenishment, and move product while maintaining accurate inventory in a temperature-controlled warehouse.

The role demands safety focus, dependability, and teamwork; training and certification are required before operation. Overtime may be required; work includes dry, cooler, and freezer areas.