Forklift Operator

Position Purpose

Warehouse associates are the foundation to our company’s success. They work actively, safely, and independently to maintain the efficient flow of products through our distribution process, while ensuring quality standards. As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc., transporting incoming freight to inventory, replenishing pick slots, and maintaining the efficient flow of the production process while meeting safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with forklift or hand‑stack items, and enter product data and location into the appropriate system.
• Perform count checks of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to freezer with forklift/pallet jack.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day’s work orders.
• Rotate date‑sensitive stock to the front of the rack and remove outdated inventory per company policy.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 the proper area or receptacles.
• Inspect empty pallets for damage, then stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper 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 work schedule, perform safety checks on equipment, obtain required supplies, and prepare for operations.
• Put on all required Personal Protective Equipment and safety gear.
• Meet required productivity and accuracy standards per location and company guidelines.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer print‑outs, established procedures, and written or verbal 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 checklist.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 6+ months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Ability to work scheduled/assigned times and required overtime.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull products off shelves and replenish product from various heights, handling items weighing 10‑35 lb and generally up to 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Additional benefits and perks (and much more)

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 5:00 am – 1:30 pm