Warehouse Forklift Operator-Nights

Ben E. Keith; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match + Profit-ShD

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company seeks a Warehouse Forklift Associate to support order selection, put-away, and zone replenishment in a fast-paced facility.

You will operate forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, and mid-rider equipment while handling products from 30 to 60 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, cleanliness, and accurate stock placement across temp zones, with a strong emphasis on safety guidelines and teamwork in a large distribution

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines.
• Knowledge of the food industry is helpful.
• Able to multi-task and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Replenish pick locations in the assigned area using KWCS data and equipment.
• Move received product to the assigned location with forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Operate warehouse equipment as needed (cherry picker, forklift, mid-rider).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly area by clearing debris and damaged stock.

Skills

Safety rule adherence

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail orientation

Self-starter

Customer-focused

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Cherry picker

Pallet jack

Mid-rider

Job description

Southeast Food, 1 Ben E Keith Way, New Brockton, Alabama, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

The purpose of the Warehouse forklift position is to perform warehouse duties in all temp zones such as replenishing selection slots and moving product into the assigned areas as needed. The position will also be required to support all areas of warehouse operations including order selection, product put-away and any other task deemed necessary by warehouse management

• Replenishment of pick locations in assigned area using information from KWCS system and management, using forklift, cherry picker, pallet jack, mid-rider.
• Move received product using forklift, cherry picker, pallet jack, mid-rider to the assigned location within the warehouse.
• May Work in all warehouse temperature zones ranging from 10 degrees below zero to unregulated zones which can exceed 100 degrees in the summer.
• Operates warehouse equipment as assigned and/or needed – cherry picker, fork, mid-rider and pallet jack.
• Lifting 30-60 lbs frequently and 100 lbs occasionally.
• Knowledge of products and warehouse locations is essential
• Knowledge of KWCS system preferred
• Responsibilities include maintaining a clean, safe, orderly area by clearing debris, damaged cases and shrink wrap from the assigned aisles

Job Qualifications:

• Ability to use follow safety rules and guidelines
• Knowledge of the food industry helpful
• Ability to strictly adhere to safety guidelines
• Basic reading and spelling skills for completion of paperwork
• Able to work in extreme temperatures (Cold or Hot)
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Enthusiastic self-starter
• Ability to receive and follow directionsAbility to multi-task
• Good communication skills
• Customer-focused
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic
• High School Diploma

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affermative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Job Family Warehouse

Pay Type Hourly

Employment Indicator Safety Sensitive - Non Driver Award

Southeast Food, 1 Ben E Keith Way, New Brockton, Alabama, United States of America