Forklift Operator

Americold • Burley, ID

13d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator ensures the safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products. The role uses material-handling equipment and radio frequency equipment to move, store, pick, assemble, and prepare products for shipment, while meeting production standards and maintaining a clean, orderly work environment. Other duties may include inventory, cleaning, forklift battery changes, and additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three months of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, or weekends as assigned and arrive on time for assigned shifts.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including working in cold and outdoor conditions, climbing, working at heights, standing or walking for extended periods, and operating material-handling equipment.
• Depending on the specific role, ability to lift boxes weighing up to 80 pounds and carry product up to 6 feet without mechanical assistance.
• Ability to meet the vision, hearing, speaking, reading, and comprehension requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently load and unload freight using appropriate equipment and move products to storage throughout the facility.
• Stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, and check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation.
• Label, sort, wrap, pack, and repack products as directed by management.
• Operate material-handling equipment and RF scanners in compliance with OSHA standards and in a manner that promotes safety.
• Meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform inventory, cleaning, forklift battery changes, and other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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