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US Foods, Inc.

Night Forklift Operator

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$43,986 / year median in Tennessee

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

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US FOODS
® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus. We are looking for a Night Forklift Operator who relish the chance to push their potential, grow, and reap the rewards of joining the
US FOODS
® family.
Schedule:
Sunday - Thursday 3:30pm to completion Cookeville Forklifts make $18.22 BENEFITS
START DAY ONE
medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Main Ingredients of the Job! Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots during the day shift using safe operating practices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and insures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when product is selected. Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection. Performs operations and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher. Records all product, equipment and warehouse damage. Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks. Follows safety policies and practices at all times.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:
Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Control External:
N/A WORK ENVIRONMENT
Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees require
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING OSHA
Compliant Forklift Certification required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent preferred Prior Selector experience preferred Prior Forklift Operator experience preferred Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $17.51 and $19.76. This role will also receive overtime compensation. Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. We strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html Stay updated by following US Foods on any of our social media platforms at the bottom of the page! #LI-SB1