Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Why RealCold?

Established in 2022, RealCold was founded to address the unmet needs of the food cold chain sector. By combining high-growth strategic locations, state-of-the-art facilities, and exhaustive offerings that include traditional storage programs and diverse value-added services (including DTC), the company has positioned itself as a collaborative and integrated provider for food retailers, producers, and distributors. This mission is reinforced through its highly bespoke solutioning and customer-centric approach. The RealCold platform operates a national, omni-channel network, inclusive of traditional storage offerings, as well as comprehensive direct-to-consumer programs, which can reach the majority of U.S. consumers within 1- or 2-day ground service. For more information on RealCold, please visit www.realcold.com.

The Role :

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator 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, high-reach forklifts, and pallet jacks. The forklift operator is responsible for the safe and efficient handling, storage, and distribution of goods within a warehouse facility. The incumbent must interface well with other team members to create a positive work environment and healthy team culture.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities :

• Responsible for promoting a Safety Culture throughout the Facility, working safe is always the #1 priority; clean as you go to ensure everyone is working in a safe environment. Follow all safety rules & regulations at all times and be a conduit of safety to yourself and others.
• Move products & packages throughout the warehouse utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Conduct equipment checks prior to the start of the shift. Notify management as appropriate of any issues or safety concerns.
• Load & Unload materials & merchandise from trucks & place them in the appropriate location within the warehouse for storage.
• Notify supervision regarding any deficiencies in quality, customer shortages or damaged product.
• Staging pallets as needed for shipment.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements of the Position :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Work Requirements :

Work Environment :

Works in a cold storage facility with exposure to low to below zero temperatures. This job may involve occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements such as dust, noise, etc. Accidents are improbable other than minor injuries. Environment may be fast paced at times. You will be working around moving machines, order pickers and forklifts.

Physical Demands :

This is not an all-inclusive list, but it is intended to give an overview physical requirement for this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided under appropriate circumstances and in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to :

What We Offer You :

RealCold is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We believe in providing employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.