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Forklift Operator

AT US Foods
US Foods

Forklift Operator

Alcoa, TN

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BASIC PURPOSE

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.

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Our Forklift Operators start at$19.00an hour and with incentive pay our top performers average around $24.00 per hour. We are looking for Forklift Operatorswho relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training.

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:

  • US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded
  • We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work
  • Paid Training AND Paid Overtime
  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Excellent Leadership

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday (5 pm start time on Sunday until complete; 6 pm start time Mon - Thur, until complete)

Main Ingredients of the Job

As a US FOODS® Forklift Operator you will be critical to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

  • Transports pallet loads of product from the dock to the correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and ensures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when the product is selected
  • Replenishes pick slots with products from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection
  • Performs operations and safety checks, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguishers
  • Records all product, equipment, and warehouse damage
  • Maintains the cleanliness of the aisles by removing any debris from the floor and racks.

What you bring to the table

  • Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Related Experience: Job-related certification for Material Handling Equipment; Prior Selector and/or Forklift experience is preferred
  • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands.

Great Forklift Operators are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Forklift Operators strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers.

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Client-provided location(s): Alcoa, TN, USA
Job ID: US_FOOD-R255584
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led

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