Stand Up Forklift Operator

Performance Food Group•Houston, TX

About The Position

Warehouse associates support the company’s distribution process by safely and independently maintaining product flow and quality standards. The Forklift Operator, Formula operates material-handling equipment—including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks—to move incoming freight from staging areas to inventory slots and replenish pick slots. The role follows safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards while supporting an efficient production process. Team members may also perform other duties assigned to serve the company.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work experience.
Ability to work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
Ability to lift, stack, and/or pull products from shelves and replenish products at various heights; products weigh 10–35 pounds and generally up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.
Ability to work in multiple temperature environments, including cooler, freezer, and dry areas.
Must pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of warehouse and/or distribution work experience using a motorized pallet jack or forklift.
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
Motorized pallet jack and/or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Locate storage slots, place pallets using a forklift or hand-stack items, and enter product and location data into the appropriate unit.
Locate and count-check incoming freight in the staging area, then transport it to the freezer using a forklift or pallet jack.
Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock according to next-day work orders.
Rotate date-sensitive stock and remove outdated inventory according to company policy.
Move overstocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
Remove empty pallets and packing materials, including cardboard and strapping, to designated areas or receptacles.
Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack them, and move them to the proper storage area using a pallet jack or forklift.
Follow preferred work methods and company safety policies and procedures.
Keep the work area safe and immediately report unsafe conditions or acts.
Review the work schedule, perform equipment safety checks, obtain required supplies, and prepare for operations.
Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
Meet productivity and accuracy standards.
Work from receiving sheets, computer printouts, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions.
Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks, and take appropriate action as needed.
Perform general housekeeping duties in the work area.
Replace batteries requiring recharging with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.