Reach Truck Operator - 2nd Shift - Days Off: Monday & Tuesday

Home Chef • San Bernardino, CA

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About The Position

Reach Truck Operators move received pallets throughout the facility, maintaining correct FEFO/FIFO rotation and organized storage. They load finished goods, transfers, and donations onto outbound trailers and complete accurate load diagrams. All work is performed safely, promptly, and in an organized manner in accordance with standard operating procedures and Home Chef’s safety and quality commitments.

The position works the 2nd shift, from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with Monday and Tuesday off. Operators receive and stage inbound products, support production by verifying and replenishing product drop zones, prepare and load outbound shipments, and maintain warehouse organization. They also assist with other warehouse functions and departments as needed. Home Chef is a meal-solutions company founded in 2013, with online and retail operations and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent, such as a GED.
• Follow safety procedures, including equipment checks and required PPE.
• Follow facility GMPs and support food-safety and quality programs.
• Be versed in warehouse SOPs concerning the organization of goods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience using a stand-up counterbalance forklift or reach truck.

Responsibilities

• Secure inbound trailers according to safety guidelines before unloading.
• Unload and stage pallets in designated dock areas for receiving and QA inspection; separate mixed products onto individual pallets.
• Scan received pallets and verify that each has a completed Receiving License Plate and QA sticker, then move it to the correct storage location.
• Rotate older like-product pallets into selection positions and place newly received pallets in appropriate elevated storage locations.
• Keep receiving and shipping docks clear of debris and keep pallets and tools organized.
• Verify products issued to production against the applicable drop list, production sheet, or boxing callout.
• Stock production drop zones according to communicated guidelines and keep them clean, organized, and free of debris or broken pallets.
• Ensure returned pallets are not mixed and that boxes are taped and labeled according to food-safety requirements.
• Secure outbound trailers and inspect them for debris, holes, pests, and temperature deviations before loading.
• Identify and load the correct outbound pallets, complete load diagrams accurately, seal the truck, and submit the load diagram to the lead or supervisor.
• Remove the trailer safety device after paperwork is submitted so the driver can connect to the designated trailer.
• Return products to their proper warehouse locations, group items together, and prevent mixed pallets in storage or pick bays.
• Use the reach truck to rotate older products into floor-level selection positions and replenish pick positions to reduce downtime.
• Remove empty or broken pallets from selection bins; sort usable and unusable pallets, stack and wrap usable pallets, and place unusable pallets in designated areas.
• Prepare products for holds, donations, resale, or vendor returns by stacking, wrapping, tagging, and moving them to designated areas.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks, use other equipment for which certified, and support other departments as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, complete pre-shift equipment checks, wear required PPE, and sign equipment in and out.
• Follow facility GMPs and support food-safety (SQF) and quality programs.
• Maintain professional and respectful conduct and follow warehouse SOPs for product organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• 401(k) program
• Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED