Stand-Up Forklift Operator (Freezer Putaway)

About the role

Welcome to Halperns Steak & Seafood! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

About the role

Orlando, FL

Welcome to Halperns'! The dedicated employees who work at Halperns' are passionately committed to this business and the customers they serve. Being part of Halperns' means being part of something important, something unique, and something special. This commitment is made clear by the superior meat and seafood specialty products we distribute.

• There's a seat at our table for you…
• Starting at: $18/hr
• Schedule: Monday - Friday (Sunday), 7:00am to 4:00pm

What we offer

• Medical, Prescription Drug, EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• Dental, vision, and other voluntary plans
• Pre-Tax Savings Accounts
• Profit Sharing
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & cold-gear gear allowances
• Family culture and career advancement opportunities

Position Summary

The Stand-Up Forklift Operator (Freezer Putaway) is responsible for safely and efficiently receiving, moving, stacking, and storing incoming meat and seafood products within our sub-zero freezer environment. This position plays a critical role in inventory accuracy, rotation, and replenishing storage racks to support daily warehouse fulfillment operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up electric forklifts/reach trucks safely to transport palletized goods into high-bay freezer racks.
• Put away inbound freight according to slotting, warehouse management system (WMS) instructions, and FIFO (First-In, First-Out) standards.
• Perform pre-shift safety checks and maintenance inspections on assigned material handling equipment.
• Conduct inventory verification, product checks, and shrink-wrap maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and food safety (HACCP/SQF) standards.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience operating stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, or high-lift equipment in a warehouse setting (preferred).
• Ability to work continuously in a sub-zero freezer environment (temperatures ranging from $-10\text{°F}$ to $0\text{°F}$); appropriate cold-weather protective gear is provided.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to process work orders and safety notices.
• Strong attention to detail, spatial awareness, and ability to work independently or within a team environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs comfortably, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
• You are required to provide your most recent employment experience for your application to be considered complete.

Additional information

Employees in all warehouse positions must be able to immediately perceive auditory warning signals such as bells, alarms, and horns that are used to warn employees of the start-up, movement, or approach of equipment (including forklifts, turrets, overhead cranes, conveyors, trucks, and other equipment operated inside or outside the warehouse), mechanical abnormalities, and similar risk situations during warehouse operations.

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Halperns' Steak & Seafood values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Halperns' Steak & Seafood customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.