Night Warehouse Forklift Operator

US Foods

Norwich, Connecticut

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28.41–$31.70
SKILLS
Business Solutions, Fire Suppression/Control, Food and Beverage Industry, Forklift, High School Diploma, Insurance, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Mathematics, Order Picking/Packing, Pallet Jack, Restaurant, Stock Purchase Plans, Warehousing, eCommerce
LOCATION
Norwich, Connecticut
POSTED
4 days ago
JOIN THE US FOODS TEAM!

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?

Start at $28.41 hr. Increased to $31.70 after 6 months of employment.
Weekly Pay.
Sunday-Thursday. 5:30 pm Start Time - until work finished. 
Must be open to working up to 12+ hr. shifts when needed.

Must be comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees.

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Transports pallet loads of product from dock to correct warehouse slot using powered industrial equipment and insures all pallets are secure in designated slots to avoid damage or injury when product is selected.
  • Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for night shift selection.
  • Performs operations and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.
  • Records all product, equipment and warehouse damage.
  • Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks.
  • Follows safety policies and practices at all times.

RELATIONSHIPS:
  • Internal: Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Control
  • External: N/A

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees require.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to understand Voxware commands.

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING:
  • OSHA compliant Forklift Certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Prior Selector experience preferred.
  • Prior Forklift Operator experience preferred.


About US Foods:

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 nearly 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, we provide our customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions.

About the Company

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As one of America's top 10 largest private companies, we offer talented professionals outstanding opportunities for personal and professional development. We maintain a strong focus on growth in a high-performance environment.

That means your work will be challenging and rewarding. We conduct business in a highly ethical manner and maintain an unwavering commitment to operational excellence, safety and environmental responsibility.

As important, we encourage collaboration and value each member of our diverse and talented team.

US Foods is one of America's leading foodservice distributors to restaurants, healthcare and hospitality facilities, government operations and educational institutions.

We offer more than 350,000 national brand products and our own high-quality private label items ranging from meats to produce to frozen foods.

US Foods is based in Rosemont, Ill., and proudly employs about 25,000 associates in more than 60 locations.

The company is owned by funds managed by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Inc. and Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Food and Beverage Production