TITLE: Forklift Operator DIVISION: Warehouse
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor FLSA CLASSICATION: Non-Exempt/ Hourly
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Graves Foods, a 75-year-old wholesale foodservice distributor, serves nursing homes, schools, restaurants, and other foodservice providers throughout the Midwest. We pride ourselves on delivering quality products and providing exceptional customer service.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
A Forklift Operator at Graves Foods plays a crucial role in the efficient operation of our warehouse. This position involves handling, moving, and storing various materials within the warehouse to ensure smooth and accurate inventory management. The operator will also be responsible for loading and unloading deliveries and recording inventory statuses to maintain precise records.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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As a Material Handler at Graves Foods, your responsibilities will include:
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Operating a stand-up forklift.
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Picking and cataloging groceries and other materials.
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Ensuring safe and efficient movement and delivery of materials.
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Loading and unloading inventory.
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Managing stock and documenting deliveries.
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Monitoring supplies and ensuring deliveries match purchase orders.
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Recording inventory statuses accurately.
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Handling, moving, and storing various materials within the warehouse.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience: Minimum of 6 months of stand-up forklift experience and previous warehouse experience.
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Screening: Must pass a drug screen and background check.
SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday 7am-4pm + overtime as needed.
COMPENSATION: Starting at - $16.00/hour
BENEFITS:
- Family-Owned Culture: Be part of a company with a supportive and strong cultivating culture.
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday - Friday schedule with excellent hours, allowing for nightly home time.
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Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive salary with access to excellent bonus programs.
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Growth Opportunities: Benefit from incentive programs and many opportunities for career advancement.
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Training and Development: Receive on-the-job training to develop and enhance your skills.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Access excellent insurance programs, paid vacation, and employee discounts on over 5,000 stocked food items.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 50 pounds on occasion.
EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled:
The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.
Affirmative Action Statement:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.