Forklift Driver 2nd Shift

Van's Kitchen•Dallas, TX

18h•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

As a Forklift Driver at Van’s Kitchen, you support the flow of materials throughout the warehouse, freezer, dock, and production areas. You safely operate forklifts and handle inventory to support efficient operations, accurate fulfillment, and the company’s standards for safety, quality, and excellence. This is a full-time, second-shift position in the dock and warehouse environment at Vans Kitchen in Dallas, Texas, paying $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The role requires prior forklift experience and forklift certification, as well as RF scanner experience and the ability to read and write clearly. Warehouse or manufacturing experience is helpful. The job involves frequent lifting or moving of items up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, kneeling, and bending for virtually the entire shift, and working in cold, wet, hot, and humid conditions, including temperatures from -10 to 20 degrees. Employees are frequently exposed to airborne particles and may occasionally need to balance or climb.

Requirements

Forklift certification.
RF scanner experience.
Ability to read and write clearly.
Prior forklift experience is necessary.
Detail-oriented and able to multitask well.
Understanding of food safety regulations, such as FDA and USDA requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift.
Willing to work in cold, wet, hot, and humid environments, including temperatures from -10 to 20 degrees.
Frequently exposed to airborne particles.
Occasionally required to balance or climb.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in warehousing or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Safely operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, and scissor lifts.
Help maintain a safe and clean work environment throughout the facility.
Label, sort, and relocate items within the warehouse.
Manage inventory using the scanning system and proper bin allocation.
Communicate with the warehouse clerk to manage and prioritize inbound and outbound shipping schedules.
Follow and ensure proper use of tablets and scanners for warehouse operations.
Document material usage with detailed information.
Occasionally ensure the warehouse clerk correctly documents items in the Receiving Log, including unit of measure, lot number, vendor, and inspections.
Identify and report material damage, shortages, or quality deficiencies.
Conduct complete inventory counts as requested by a supervisor.
Cover another forklift driver’s responsibilities when needed in their absence.
Check freezer and cooler units to confirm equipment is working efficiently and report unusual signs.
Walk through freezers, coolers, and warehouse areas to verify they are clean, organized, and appropriately labeled.
Perform other duties as requested by management.