High Reach Forklift Operator
About The Position
Operate a stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. The role involves handling palletized food products in storage and preparing units for outbound shipment using a Radio Frequency (RF) system. Two schedules are available: first shift, Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; or second shift, Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Starting pay is $22 per hour, with a $1.65 shift differential for second shift. The listed pay range is $16.97–$28.65. This role offers an opportunity to begin a career path at Lineage, with potential for greater responsibilities and promotions. Lineage describes its work environment as safe, stable, and reliable, and emphasizes team development, respect, and care.
Requirements
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to understand instructions in the country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
- Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kg; required weight may be greater depending on the facility.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
- Comfort working with varying noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.
Responsibilities
- Use a stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following safety standards, policies, and procedures.
- Put away palletized units by lifting forks to place them in racks above floor height.
- Pick palletized units from rack locations above floor height and prepare them for outbound shipment.
- Select and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items using a Radio Frequency (RF) system.
- Load and unload materials onto and off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
- Complete the daily forklift maintenance/check sheet.
- Monitor battery charge, maintain and clean batteries, and leave material-handling equipment at the proper charging station.
- Work with other machinery and material-handling equipment.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Annual bonus eligibility
- A minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
