Night Forklift Operator

US Foods•Cookeville, TN

17h•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Operate an industrial forklift to perform material-handling assignments, identifying and transporting materials to and from storage areas and the loading dock. Use a forklift or high-lift to lower stock from higher reserve slots to ground-level pick slots during night and day shifts, and to place received stock in higher-level storage slots during the day shift, following safe operating practices. The position is based in Cookeville and pays an expected base rate of $18.50 to $27.00 per hour, plus incentives; overtime compensation is also provided. Top earners may make up to $26 per hour. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, starting at 3:30 p.m. and continuing until completion.

Requirements

Be able to read and write legibly.
Have basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Be able to understand Voxware commands.
Hold an OSHA-compliant forklift certification.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior selector experience.
Prior forklift operator experience.

Responsibilities

Transport pallet loads from the dock to the correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment, securing pallets in designated slots to help prevent damage or injury during product selection.
Replenish pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night-shift selection.
Perform operational and safety checks, including checks of the battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.
Record product, equipment, and warehouse damage.
Maintain clean aisles by removing debris from floors and racks.
Follow safety policies and practices at all times.