COOLER/FREEZER Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

Green Rabbit is a leading e‑commerce grocery distributor specializing in cold‑chain solutions delivered directly to customers’ doors. The company is seeking a 1st‑shift Forklift Operator to support growing operations at its Whitestown, Indiana facility. The role involves operating material‑handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks to move incoming freight, replenish pick slots, and maintain the efficient flow of products while adhering to safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 5:30 pm. Must be able to work Sundays as needed.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Growth opportunities within a national food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Responsibilities

• Locate proper slots on storage racks, set pallets in place with a forklift, or hand‑stack items.
• Enter product data and location into the appropriate system.
• Count check incoming freight in the staging area and transport it to the freezer using a forklift or pallet jack.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next‑day work orders.
• Rotate date‑sensitive stock to the front of racks and remove outdated inventory per company policy.
• Disperse over‑stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to proper receptacles.
• Inspect empty pallets for damage, then stack and move them with a pallet jack or forklift to the correct storage area.
• Follow all preferred work methods, safety policies, and procedures per company guidelines.
• Ensure the work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions or acts immediately.
• Review the work schedule, perform safety checks on equipment, obtain required supplies, and prepare for operations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards set by the location and company.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer print‑outs, established procedures, and verbal or written instructions.
• Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed.
• Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries, and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
• Secure all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Ability to work scheduled/assigned times and required overtime.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Capability to lift, stack, and pull products ranging from 10–35 lb and up to approximately 60–90 lb depending on location.
• Ability to work in multi‑temperature environments (cooler, freezer, and dry).
• Pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check.

Compensation

$20.00 per hour.