Warehouse Associate - Forklift

PFG | Performance Good Group•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transports incoming freight from staging areas to inventory for storage in appropriate warehouse slots on multi-level racks and replenishes pick slots in a timely manner. The role supports an efficient production process while meeting safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and quality standards. The operator works as a team member and performs other duties as assigned to serve the company. The position pays $18 per hour and is scheduled Monday through Friday, starting at 4:00 AM and continuing until completion. Stand-up reach forklift experience is required. The work takes place in multi-temperature environments, including cooler, freezer, and dry areas. Employees must be able to work scheduled hours and required overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 months of warehouse and/or distribution work with forklift experience.
Ability to work in cooler, freezer, and dry environments.
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, typically weighing 10–35 pounds and generally up to approximately 60–90 pounds depending on location.
Ability to obtain certifications for powered equipment, such as forklift operation.
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.
At least 1 year of stand-up reach forklift experience.
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.

Responsibilities

Locate storage rack slots; place pallets with a forklift or hand-stack items; and enter product data and locations into the appropriate unit.
Count incoming freight in the staging area and 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Replenish pick slots with outgoing stock according to next-day work orders; rotate date-sensitive stock and remove outdated inventory according to company policy.
Disperse overstock items to available slots for temporary storage.
Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, 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.
Maintain a safe work area and immediately report unsafe conditions or acts.
Review the work schedule, inspect equipment for safety, obtain needed supplies, and prepare for operations.
Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
Meet productivity and accuracy standards set by the location and company.
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.
Perform general housekeeping duties as needed.
Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace them 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.