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Material Handler - Forklift Operator

Performance Foodservice
La Crosse, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

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What We Offer :

  • Attractive pay and comprehensive benefits, starting with Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more!
  • Opportunities for advancement in a critical role that supports America's food distribution system.
  • A safe and inclusive workplace that emphasizes a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Overview :

As a Material Handler - Forklift Operator, you are an essential part of our success. Your role is key in ensuring the smooth flow of products through our distribution process while upholding high-quality standards. You'll be responsible for operating various material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks.

Your Responsibilities Include :

  • Safely transporting incoming freight from staging areas to inventory slots, utilizing material handling equipment.
  • Replenishing pick slots with outgoing stock items according to work orders while ensuring proper rotation of date-sensitive stock.
  • Managing over-stocked items and maintaining a clean workspace by disposing of empty pallets and packing materials appropriately.
  • Conducting thorough inspections of pallets and equipment to verify safety and functionality.
  • Preparing your work area by reviewing schedules, performing safety checks, and gathering necessary supplies.
  • Utilizing personal protective equipment and adhering to all safety protocols and company guidelines.
  • Working efficiently to meet productivity and accuracy standards while executing tasks from both verbal and written instructions.
  • Performing general housekeeping tasks as needed and completing necessary paperwork at shift's end.
  • Handling other related tasks as directed.
  • Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent required.
  • At least 6 months of warehouse and / or distribution experience preferred.
  • Prepared to work assigned shifts and required overtime.
  • Able to lift, stack, and pull products weighing between 10-90 pounds from various heights throughout the shift.
  • Comfortable working in multi-temperature environments, including coolers and freezers.
  • Must pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
  • About Us :

    Performance Foodservice, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group, partners closely with a diverse clientele, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and schools. Our team of experts is devoted to enhancing customer operations through advice on menu development, product selection, and operational strategies, ensuring that we deliver not just outstanding food but also the support necessary for our clients to thrive.

    Diversity and Inclusion :

    Performance Food Group is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by applicable laws. Join us in fostering a culture of inclusion.

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