Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ben E. Keith Company•Gainesville, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, striving to consistently exceed customer expectations. The Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and the Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. The company is dedicated to the growth and success of its business, its customers, and its employees, continuing its commitment to delivering quality since 1906. The purpose of the Warehouse forklift position is to perform warehouse duties in all temperature zones, such as replenishing selection slots and moving product into the assigned areas as needed. The position will also be required to support all areas of warehouse operations including order selection, product put-away and any other task deemed necessary by warehouse management.

Requirements

Ability to use follow safety rules and guidelines
Ability to strictly adhere to safety guidelines
Basic reading and spelling skills for completion of paperwork
Able to work in extreme temperatures (Cold or Hot)
Solid interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic self-starter
Ability to receive and follow directions
Ability to multi-task
Good communication skills
Customer-focused
Strong attention to detail
Excellent work ethic
High School Diploma

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the food industry helpful
Knowledge of KWCS system preferred

Responsibilities

Replenishment of pick locations in assigned area using information from KWCS system and management, using forklift, cherry picker, pallet jack, mid-rider.
Move received product using forklift, cherry picker, pallet jack, mid-rider to the assigned location within the warehouse.
May Work in all warehouse temperature zones ranging from 10 degrees below zero to unregulated zones which can exceed 100 degrees in the summer.
Operates warehouse equipment as assigned and/or needed – cherry picker, fork, mid-rider and pallet jack.
Lifting 30-60 lbs frequently and 100 lbs occasionally.
Maintaining a clean, safe, orderly area by clearing debris, damaged cases and shrink wrap from the assigned aisles.