Forklift Operator - 29th St Location

Forklift Operator

Position Description and

Purpose:

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world‑renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf‑stable products. We are a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada.

We believe in purpose‑driven leadership to generate value for all and are on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands.

Reports to:

Shipping Supervisor

• Perform all work tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Meet the standard pallet move performance rate.
• Inspect equipment prior to use.
• Move product to and from storage locations.
• Load outbound orders while verifying accuracy.
• Inspect trailers prior to loading, ensure trailers are safe and food grade.
• Secure loaded trailer while waiting for pickup.
• Utilize scanning software to systematically move product in real time.
• Perform warehouse cleaning duties including dusting, sweeping, and floor scrubbing.
• Occasionally charge or change Hilo battery, participate in inventory counting, wrap or stack product.
• Perform other duties as assigned; may be required to work outside normal responsibilities from time to time.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse or forklift experience.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• May work overtime, evenings, or weekends as directed by management.
• Previous stand‑up Hilo experience highly preferred.
• Previous experience working in a cold storage environment preferred.

Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement:
Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran‑friendly and equal opportunity employer.