Weekend Forklift Operator

What you will do

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport grocery products throughout the warehouse, including loading and unloading trucks, moving pallets, and stacking products in designated storage areas.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed, ensuring accurate tracking and recording of product movements within the warehouse.
• Collaborate with warehouse team members to fulfill customer orders by accurately picking and staging products for shipment, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and guidelines for forklift operation, including conducting pre-operational checks, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and reporting any safety hazards or incidents to management.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts and other equipment to ensure proper functioning and report any maintenance or repair needs to maintenance personnel.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse supervisors and team members to coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks, and address any issues or concerns related to forklift operations.
• Diligently adheres to all established facility food safety rules, personal hygiene standards, and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) expectations daily.
• Promptly escalates food safety hazards and takes immediate action to halt production lines if product integrity is compromised or suspected of being compromised.

What you have

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass internal forklift operator certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating (stand-up) forklifts in a warehouse or similar
• environment.
• Strong understanding of company and OSHA safety protocols and guidelines for forklift operation.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects, as well as stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees and below)
• Regular work with computers, including G Suite and Excel.
• Ability to walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, and kneel.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Hourly Rate: $17.50/hr.

Schedule: Thursday-Sunday

• Thursday 12 pm-5 pm
• Friday-Saturday 7 am-5:30 pm
• Sunday- 6:00 am-4:30 pm

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