Forklift Operator – 52825

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Forklift Operator – 52825 Primary Responsibility Under
general supervision, Lift Truck Operator (LTO), Warehouse Worker will
ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products
utilizing equipment including, but not limited to sit down and stand up
forklifts, stand up straddle trucks, walk behinds, pallet jacks, double
pallet jacks and radio frequency equipment. What Youll Do
Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to
move products to storage throughout facility. Effectively stack and
store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight
for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting,
wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management. In
compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (stand up forklifts,
stand up staddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and
RF) in a manner that promotes safety. Must be able to meet production
standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery
changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal
responsibilities as needed. While performing the essential functions of
this job, the associate: Must be able to work in spaces with 55
inches of headroom May be required to tolerate working environment
with inside controlled temperatures of -15 degrees Fahrenheit and
outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
Must tolerate heights up to 30 ft. and be able to access elevated
products from inside safety cage Requires standing up to 5 hours,
over the period of an 8-hour shift Must transfer boxes of up to 70
lbs. and lift or carry products a minimum distance of 6 ft. without
mechanical assistance. Work Environment The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. What We Offer Our
associates know the answer to the question Whats in it for me? We
offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our
associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health
and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a
values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed
the world. Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW. Equal
Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with
disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: What Experience and Education You Need :
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Three (3) months related work experience preferred. What Could Set You
Apart Requires ability to work independently Ability to work
overtime, evenings, or weekends to complete work or to attend meetings
as assigned, and ability to adhere to attendance policies by showing up
to assigned shift on time. Requires the ability to pay close
attention to details and meet deadlines. Physical Requirements To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the
essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements
needed to perform them, including but not limited to frequently
requiring the ability to drive a forklift, sit; hear or talk: use close
vision; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects; and type and
manipulate controls. Employees are occasionally required to use distance
vision, stand, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation may be made
for qualified individuals with disabilities. APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided!