Experienced Forklift Operator - Freezer Warehouse

Toft Dairy•Sandusky, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Toft Dairy is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for its freezer warehouse at 3717 Venice Road, Sandusky, Ohio. The role focuses on operating advanced material-handling equipment in a fast-paced cold-storage environment and requires strong equipment operating skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work efficiently in tight warehouse and freezer storage areas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The operator moves finished goods from production into freezer storage, handles palletized products, fulfills customer orders, and supports inventory organization and warehouse housekeeping. The position works in freezer temperatures as low as -30°F for periods of 30–45 minutes at a time, as well as in warehouse, production, and occasionally outdoor environments. Toft Dairy provides insulated coveralls and thermal freezer gloves; employees provide thermal socks, additional cold-weather gloves, a winter coat or jacket, and a warm hat or other cold-weather head covering. Toft Dairy describes itself as Ohio’s oldest dairy and says it has produced dairy products for over 126 years. The company says it continues to invest in its people, equipment, and facilities.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of forklift or tow motor operating experience is preferred.
Previous forklift experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or cold-storage environment.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate forklifts in a fast-paced workplace.
Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good mathematical and inventory-handling skills.
Ability to multitask and maintain accuracy under pressure.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
Ability to work in freezer temperatures as low as -30°F for periods of 30–45 minutes at a time.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb, reach, and twist throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
Ability to safely push and pull loaded pallets and warehouse materials.
Comfort working in warehouse, freezer, production, and occasional outdoor environments.
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating high-reach, stand-up, or specialty forklift equipment.
Cold-storage or freezer warehouse experience.
Experience with inventory management systems and warehouse scanning technology.
Food manufacturing or food distribution experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate advanced forklifts and tow motor equipment throughout warehouse and freezer storage areas.
Move finished products from production lines to designated freezer storage locations.
Load, unload, stack, relocate, and retrieve palletized products accurately and efficiently.
Place and remove products from storage while maintaining inventory accuracy.
Navigate warehouse aisles and storage areas safely while meeting productivity standards.
Perform daily forklift inspections and report equipment concerns.
Maintain proper product rotation and storage organization.
Follow OSHA, company, and food safety regulations for forklift operation.
Prevent product damage through safe handling and proper equipment operation.
Pick customer orders for shipment and verify quantities and product selections before loading.
Support inventory organization and warehouse housekeeping.
Monitor production output and transfer finished goods to storage.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of freezer and warehouse areas.
Assist with additional warehouse duties as assigned.