Forklift Operator | Day Shift

Diaz Foods•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

This position operates powered forklifts to move pallets throughout the warehouse and place products in designated slots. The operator puts away product, replenishes pick-slots, maintains clean and unobstructed aisles and pick slots, scans products to the correct locations, and performs cycle counts to support inventory accuracy. The role requires a mature, positive attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions and meet production and quality standards while working independently or with a team. The operator must be trained and certified to operate required equipment and maintain a flexible schedule based on departmental, customer, and operational needs. Scheduling may require an early shift, staying late, or weekend work. Work may take place in warm or cold conditions, including a freezer at -10 degrees. The job involves continuous standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, grasping, and reaching above the head. Narrow aisle experience is required.

Requirements

Must have narrow aisle experience.
Must report to work at the scheduled time set by the team’s Manager.
Must be capable of operating computerized technology.
Must be detail-oriented and able to follow instructions.
Must be able to work independently or as a member of a team.
Must have reliable transportation to the facility on a daily basis.
Must be willing to work in warm and cold conditions, including possible assignments in a -10 degree freezer.
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp, and reach above the head.

Responsibilities

Put away product in assigned slots.
Replenish pick-slots.
Keep aisles and pick slots clean and free of empty pallets, debris, and other obstructions.
Ensure products are scanned to the correct slot location.
Perform cycle counts to support inventory accuracy.
Comply with work and safety rules.
Meet assigned production standards.
Maintain work quality to limit miss-picks, shorts, and damages.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Obtain training and certification to operate required equipment.
Maintain a flexible schedule to meet changing departmental, customer, and operational requirements.