Day Forklift Operator (Standing Reach Lift)

LED FastStart • Baton Rouge, LA

7d

About The Position

The Day Forklift Operator operates stand-up reach forklifts to move produce from the receiving dock to designated cooler locations, maintain product rotation, and keep inventory fresh and organized. The role requires previous hands-on experience operating stand-up reach trucks; experience with sit-down forklifts alone does not meet this requirement. Employees must demonstrate safe reach truck operation and complete company-required equipment training and evaluations.

The position is in a fast-paced, refrigerated warehouse with moving equipment and ongoing product-handling activities. Temperatures may range from below freezing to outdoor Louisiana heat. Employees must follow company safety, food safety, and equipment operating procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Previous hands-on experience operating stand-up reach forklifts (reach trucks). Sit-down forklift experience alone does not satisfy this requirement.
• Ability to demonstrate safe reach truck operation and successfully complete company-required equipment training and evaluations.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and push or maneuver materials weighing up to 200 lbs. using appropriate equipment or assistance.
• Comfort working in refrigerated environments, including temperatures around 34°F.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, and remain physically active throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Follow required safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous warehouse, receiving, or distribution experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up reach forklifts to move produce from the receiving dock to designated cooler locations.
• Scan pallets and complete inventory transactions using the Produce Pro system.
• Break down, sort, and organize pallets as needed.
• Rotate and organize products daily to maintain proper inventory rotation.
• Verify product identification and tagging before releasing items into inventory.
• Inspect produce for freshness, quality, and proper ripeness.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Follow company safety, food safety, and equipment operating procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed