Reachtruck​/Forklift Driver

Supply Chain, Procurement & Transportation Lenoir,North Carolina

Reach Truck / Forklift Driver – Frozen Food Distribution ($19.15-$20.90/HR based on experience)

The Reach Truck / Forklift Driver plays a critical role in supporting daily warehouse operations within a temperature-controlled environment. This position is responsible forsafely operating reach trucks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to move, store, retrieve, and stage frozen products. The role ensures accuracy, efficiency, and adherence tocold chainand food safety standards whilemaintaininga clean, safe, and organized warehouse.

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Better Futures Program

• Safely operatereach trucks,sit-downforklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial trucks.
• Move pallets to and from racks up to high reachelevations.
• Perform put away, replenishment, case picking, pallet building, and staging activities.
• Follow FEFO rotation and maintain proper stock placement within assigned zones.

• Ensure accurate scanning, labeling, and documentation for all product movement.
• Verify pallet counts, product codes, and temperature requirements.
• Report damaged product, mis-picks, or inventory discrepanciesimmediately.
• Support loading and unloading activities as needed.

• Follow all OSHA, food safety, cold storage, and equipment operationguidelines.
• Conduct and document pre ‑ shift equipment inspections.
• Maintain safe travel speeds, clear visibility, and proper load securement.
• Wear required PPE and operatesafely in subzero temperatures.

• Maintain clean aisles, dock areas, and racking zones.
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory checks, and slotting adjustments.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, and team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency efforts.

• 1–2+ years of reach truck or forklift operating experience (warehouse preferred).
• Experience in frozen or cold storageenvironmentsis strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 0°F to –20°F.
• Proficiency with RF scanners and WMS systems.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and consistency.
• Ability to liftupto 50lbs.and work at heights in racking systems.