Warehouse Associate – Cold Storage / Forklift Operator

October 15, 2026

FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Overview

Seeking an experienced Warehouse Associate to handle food products in refrigerated, frozen, and dry storage environments. Candidates must have prior forklift experience and be comfortable working in temperature-controlled warehouse areas.

Job Requirements

Experience operating stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks preferred.
Previous experience in a warehouse, distribution center, or logistics environment required.
Ability to work in freezer, refrigerated, and dry storage environments.
Experience loading/unloading trucks and moving palletized inventory.
Experience with order picking, pallet wrapping, and inventory management.
Ability to lift up to 50–75 lbs.
Familiarity with warehouse safety procedures and inventory rotation.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced distribution environment.
Reliable attendance and strong attention to detail.

Hours

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Monday though Friday
Occasional Overtime

Salary

$17-$19 Hourly (Based on experience)

Background Check and Drug Screen required.

Benefits:

Health insurance

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Health insurance

Application Question(s):

How many years of forklift operating experience do you have?
Have you previously worked in a warehouse or distribution center?
Do you have experience operating a stand-up forklift or reach truck?
Are you comfortable working in refrigerated and freezer environments?

Work Location: In person

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