Forklift Operator, Non Formula

Performance Food Group•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Warehouse associates help maintain the efficient flow of products through the distribution process while meeting quality standards. The Forklift Operator, Non Formula operates material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, to move incoming freight from staging areas into appropriate warehouse storage locations and to replenish pick slots. The position supports an efficient production process while meeting safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards. The role works as a team member within the department and organization and may perform other assigned duties to serve the company. Performance Foodservice distributes products to customers including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
Ability to work scheduled or 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 pallet jack or forklift.
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Locate storage rack slots, place pallets with a forklift or hand-stack items, and enter product and location data into the appropriate unit.
Count-check 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Rotate date-sensitive stock and remove outdated inventory according to company policy.
Disperse overstocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
Remove empty pallets, cardboard, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles.
Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack them, and move them to the proper storage area.
Follow preferred work methods, safety policies, and procedures; maintain a safe work area and report unsafe conditions or acts immediately.
Review the work schedule, inspect equipment for safety, obtain required 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, perform temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action.
Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area as needed.
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.