Stand-Up Reach Truck Forklift | Mon - Fri, 5a - 2p

Performance Food Group • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Warehouse associates support the company’s success by maintaining the safe, efficient flow of products through the distribution process while meeting quality standards. The Forklift Operator transports incoming freight from staging areas to inventory slots on multi-level racks and replenishes pick slots in a timely manner, following safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards. The role also works as a team member within the department and organization and performs other assigned duties to serve the company.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 5 a.m. and working until finished, typically around 2 p.m. Work may take place in cooler, freezer, and dry environments. The position requires repeated standing, walking, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift, including handling products weighing approximately 10–35 pounds and generally up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location. Candidates must be able to work assigned hours and required overtime and pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
• Ability to work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull products from shelves and replenish products at various heights; products weigh 10–35 pounds and generally up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.
• Ability to work in multi-temperature environments, including cooler, freezer, and dry areas.
• Must pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized Stand-Up Reach Truck Forklift.
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
• Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Locate proper storage slots, position pallets with a forklift or hand-stack items, and enter product data and locations into the appropriate unit.
• Count incoming freight in the staging area and transport it to the freezer using a forklift or pallet jack.
• Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock according to next-day work orders.
• Rotate date-sensitive stock and remove outdated inventory according to company policy.
• Move overstock items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard, and strapping to designated areas or receptacles.
• Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack them, and move them to the proper storage area using a pallet jack or forklift.
• Follow required work methods, safety policies, procedures, and company guidelines; report unsafe conditions or acts immediately.
• Review the work schedule, inspect equipment for safety, obtain supplies, and prepare for operations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer printouts, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions.
• Inspect items for damage and perform temperature and quality checks, taking appropriate action as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area.
• Replace batteries requiring recharging with charged batteries and complete the vehicle inspection checklist.
• Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive pay.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED