Forklift Operator - Day Shift

PFG | Performance Good Group

20h

About The Position

The Forklift Operator, Formula operates material-handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, to support the safe and efficient flow of products through the warehouse and distribution process. The role transports incoming freight from staging areas to inventory locations, stores products on multi-level racks, and replenishes pick slots while meeting safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards.

The operator works as a member of the department and organization, performing assigned duties as needed. Work may take place in cooler, freezer, and dry environments. The position requires repeated standing, walking, reaching, lifting, stacking, and pulling products throughout the shift, along with meeting location and company productivity and accuracy standards.

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 cooler, freezer, and dry environments.
• Must pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of stand-up forklift experience.
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
• Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Locate storage-rack slots, place pallets using 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• Rotate date-sensitive stock and remove outdated inventory according to company policy.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 overstocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard, and strapping to proper areas or receptacles; inspect, stack, and move pallets to the proper storage area.
• Follow preferred work methods and company safety policies and procedures.
• Keep the work area safe and report unsafe conditions or acts immediately.
• Review the work schedule, perform equipment safety checks, obtain necessary supplies, and prepare for operations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
• Meet required 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 as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area.
• Replace batteries requiring recharging with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
• Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• 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