Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Job Title – Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Food Distribution & Cold Chain Warehouse

Company Location – Fullerton, CA

Fully On-site, No Remote

Contract-to-hire

Pay $21-23hr.

Schedule
: 40 hours/ week, Monday-Friday w/ OT

Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights may be required, as necessary.

Integr8staff seeks a Cold Storage Forklift Operator to safely move, load, unload, receive, process, and stack temperature-controlled goods in a cold room refrigerated warehouse. The operator follows strict food safety and OSHA standards while on duty.

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks in refrigerated cold room warehouse environment to unload, receive, process, store, and load out refrigerated and non-refrigerated goods.
• Unload perishable goods from trucks and trailers while ensuring proper securing, temperature control, and compliance with food handling regulations.
• Document any shortages, damage, or quality issues on the bills of lading and in Truck Mate.
• Store perishable orders in the correct temperature-controlled environment (Chilled, Frozen, and Dry) in the precise cargo location.
• Load perishable and non-perishable goods into refrigerated ocean containers safely and securely for ocean transport to Hawaii. Scanning every label with the handheld scanner.
• Stack and sort perishable orders as arranged by the clients onto separate pallets to ship to specific customer locations.
• Inspect and maintain equipment before shifts, including checking for refrigeration related hazards, battery levels, and reporting defects.
• Control inventory by scanning, labeling, and recording movements in Truck Mate utilizing the handheld scanners;
  Report shortages, damage, or quality issues.
• Adhere to safety protocols for cold chain operations, including PPE use, operate the equipment at safe speeds, check for clear visibility before proceeding, and report hazards as they are encountered.
• Support cross functional teams in dock operations, assisting with unloading, receiving, processing, and loading dry orders under the direction of the Dry operations supervisor.

• Valid forklift operator license.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Physical stamina for lifting, stacking, and working in cold room conditions.
• Ability to follow precise operational and sanitation procedures.
• Food safety knowledge (HACCP & Sanitation standards) and compliance with FDA/OSHA food handling rules.
• Ability to work in low temperature (+32 degrees) environment and handle temperature sensitive products without compromising quality.
• Must pass a Background Check and Drug Screen - Required

Updated resume is required for consideration. Only Local candidateswill be considered
- Position does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.