WAREHOUSE ATTENDANT

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

• Safely operate reach trucks, sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks.
• Move pallets to and from racks up to high elevations.
• Perform put away, replenishment, case picking, pallet building, and staging activities.
• Follow FEFO rotation and maintain proper stock placement within assigned zones.
• Ensure accurate scanning, labeling, and documentation for all product movement.
• Verify pallet counts, product codes, and temperature requirements.
• Report damaged product, mis-picks, or inventory discrepancies immediately.
• Support loading and unloading activities as needed.

Safety, Compliance & Cold Chain

• Follow all OSHA, food safety, cold storage, and equipment operation guidelines.
• Conduct and document pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Maintain safe travel speeds, clear visibility, and proper load securement.
• Wear required PPE and operate safely in subzero temperatures.

Warehouse Organization & Support

• Maintain clean aisles, dock areas, and racking zones.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory checks, and slotting adjustments.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, and team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency efforts.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of reach truck or forklift operating experience (warehouse preferred).
• Current forklift certification.
• Experience in frozen or cold storage environments is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 0°F to –20°F.
• Proficiency with RF scanners and WMS systems.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and consistency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work at heights in racking systems.