Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from St. Mary's Food Bank
Job overview
The Forklift Operator - Freezer at St. Mary's Food Bank supports warehouse operations by handling product loading, unloading, staging, and picking, primarily working in a freezer environment to ensure efficient food distribution.
Responsibilities and impact
The operator unloads trailers, moves and stages products, palletizes and shrink wraps items, picks products using pick-tickets, rotates perishables using FIFO, maintains cleanliness and safety, performs general maintenance, and supports warehouse functions under the Warehouse Manager's direction.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive pay starting at $22/hr, tuition assistance, employee referral bonuses, a 401(k) plan with employer match, comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, HSA and FSA options, disability and life insurance, wellness programs, optional pet insurance, legal identity theft protection, and generous paid time off including holidays and sick leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least 1 year of forklift operation experience in a warehouse, forklift certification, inventory control knowledge, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good communication and basic math skills, and ability to read pick-tickets; bilingual English-Spanish and food distribution experience are preferred.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes a team-oriented, positive, and customer-service focused culture with an emphasis on safety, flexibility, and community impact in a freezer warehouse environment.
Company information
St. Mary's Food Bank is a non-profit organization focused on alleviating hunger in Arizona communities through food distribution and community support programs.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Arizona, requiring work primarily in a freezer environment with provided cold weather gear, involving physical demands such as standing, walking, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
Unique job features
This role is safety sensitive with zero tolerance for drug use, involves working up to 100% in a freezer, and offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment dedicated to community service.
Company overview
St. Mary's Food Bank is a nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger and food insecurity in Arizona. It operates by collecting, storing, and distributing food to individuals and families in need through a network of community partners and programs. Founded in 1967, it is recognized as the world's first food bank, setting a precedent for similar organizations globally. The food bank relies on donations, grants, and volunteer support to fund its operations and initiatives aimed at providing emergency food assistance and promoting self-sufficiency among recipients.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your forklift operation experience, especially in freezer or cold environments, and your ability to handle loading, unloading, and inventory control tasks efficiently.
Highlight your certification for forklift operation and familiarity with electric or manual pallet jacks, as well as your ability to follow safety protocols and maintain equipment cleanliness.
Apply through multiple channels including St. Mary’s Food Bank’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this Forklift Operator position.
Connect with warehouse management or logistics team members at St. Mary’s Food Bank on LinkedIn; start conversations by asking about their team culture or recent initiatives in warehouse safety and efficiency.
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