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US Foods Forklift Operator in Alcoa, Tennessee
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.
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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.
Our Forklift Operators start at $19.00 an hour and with incentive pay our top performers average around $24 per hou r . We are looking for Forklift Operators who 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 ouremployees 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 2 pm start time
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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US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.
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