High Reach Forklift Operator

Logistics And Warehouse Forklift Operator

Responsible for moving product. A forklift operator at UNFI is required to have a strong understanding of their lift, the pallets associate is carrying, productivity measures, and safety procedures.

Why work at UNFI?

• Weekly paychecks
• Incentive pay - earn more for exceeding productivity goals
• Full Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid Time off for vacation and sick that starts accruing your first day of work
• 6 paid holidays
• Even more perks: 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, 25% discounts on wholesale purchases and access to shop at our associate Co-Op store

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Reports to the receiving office at the beginning of each shift for the daily assignment, vehicle inspection sheet and replenishment discrepancies sheet.
• Inspects assigned lift and completes vehicle inspection sheet.
• Replenishes pick slots using the view request screen. If no requests exist, uses the manual replenish screen to fill empty or almost empty slots.
• Maintains correct counts and logs any discrepancies in inventory.
• Cut and remove shrink wrap from all knockdowns.
• Removes all empty pallets from pick locations and aisles. Separates the good, bad, and blue pallets and neatly stages in pallet staging area.
• Parks and recharges lift in its appropriate spot at the end of the shift.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Job Requirements:

• Understanding of Safety guidelines.
• Strong knowledge of applicable warehouse functions and RF systems.
• Warehouse/Operations preferred but not required.
• At least 6 months' experience on sit-down or stand-up forklift.
• Stand-up reach truck experience required. Will be trained to use a high-reach truck with a fork-mounted camera.
• Primarily works in temperatures below 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Required to lift up to 100lbs.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: Tony's Fine Foods