Forklift Operator (Order Puller)

Halperns Steak and Seafood•Grand Prairie, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator (Order Pulling) is responsible for accurately, safely, and efficiently selecting, staging, and retrieving specialty meat and seafood products to fulfill customer orders. The role operates powered industrial trucks in multi-temperature storage environments and supports order accuracy, timely staging, and proper material handling. The position is based in Grand Prairie, Texas, and starts at $19.50 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday (Sunday), from 2:00 p.m. until finish. The role primarily uses stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, with occasional sit-down forklift operation. Employees work with frozen and refrigerated products in freezers and coolers; cold-weather gear is provided. Warehouse employees must be able to immediately perceive auditory warning signals used to alert them to equipment movement, mechanical abnormalities, and other risks. Applicants must provide their most recent employment experience for their application to be considered complete.

Requirements

Experience operating forklifts.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to process pick lists, shipping labels, and safety instructions.
Ability to work comfortably in cold storage environments, including freezers and coolers.
High attention to detail, strong spatial awareness, and order accuracy.
Ability to work independently or in a fast-paced team environment.
Physical ability to bend, lift up to 50–70 pounds, and stand or drive for extended periods.
Ability to immediately perceive auditory warning signals such as bells, alarms, and horns.
Provide the most recent employment experience in the application.

Nice To Haves

Experience with stand-up forklifts or reach trucks.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklift equipment, primarily stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, with occasional sit-down forklift operation, to pick and stage orders.
Navigate warehouse aisles to select cases and pallets using pick lists, RF scanners, or voice-pick directions.
Build, shrink-wrap, and stage pallets for outgoing transport while maintaining product integrity and slot placement.
Perform pre-shift safety and battery or fuel checks on assigned material handling equipment.
Maintain warehouse cleanliness and comply with OSHA, safety, and food safety (HACCP/SQF) guidelines.