Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Home Market Foods
Norwood, MA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with warehouse experience and comfort with forklift operations and inventory management systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in shipping, receiving, and racking pallets in a warehouse setting
    — “Minimum of two years' experience in shipping, receiving required”
  • Individuals who are detail-oriented and capable of maintaining inventory accuracy
    — “Maintain inventory accuracy”

Things to consider

  • The role involves working in cold environments and standing for extended periods
    — “The ability to withstand working in a cold environment and stand for extended periods of time”
  • The position does not offer visa sponsorship for certain work visas
    — “Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your specific experience with stand-up forklifts and inventory systems on your resume
    — “MUST have experience using a stand-up forklift”
  • Showcase your bilingual skills in Spanish or Portuguese if applicable
    — “Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Off-loaded inbound freight
  • Maintained inventory accuracy
  • Ensured safety and sanitation standards
Typical background
2+ years of experience in warehouse operationsForklift certification

Skills & requirements

Required

Forklift OperationInventory ManagementWarehouse OperationsSafety StandardsERP System Knowledge

Preferred

Bilingual In Spanish Or Portuguese

Stack & domain

Forklift OperationInventory ManagementSafetyTeamworkForklift CertificationWarehouseManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Home Market Foods via Greenhouse

At Home Market Foods, we believe in rewarding talent, celebrating success, and creating a workplace where people love to come to work every day. We’re currently looking for a reliable and experienced Warehouse Forklift Operator to join our team. If you’re safety-focused, dependable, and ready to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, this could be a great opportunity for you.

1st Shift: Monday-Friday with occasional scheduled Saturdays from 5:00am-5:00pm

Salary: $20.00/hr plus overtime (The compensation shown represents our current market-based estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on your experience, skills, education, geographic considerations, and internal equity.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Off-load all inbound freight and maintain written documentation of the transactions

MUST have experience using a stand-up forklift

Verify accuracy of inbound freight bills and signs for the material

Post receipt or movement of any product to NAV ERP system

Stage all material needed to successfully mix, produce and package products on all manufacturing lines, ensuring that production is not interrupted for lack of materials

Store or ship all finished goods product from designated production area

Receive returns from production and re-racks according to need

Notify Warehouse Lead or Warehouse Supervisor for inspection of incoming products

Rotate product date codes during pulling operations

Maintain inventory accuracy

Maintain safety and sanitation standards

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum of two years' experience in shipping, receiving required

Experienced in put-away / retrieval of pallets in racked warehouses required

Experience in loading & unloading trucks required

Familiar with warehouse documentation and processing requirements required

Licensed/Certified to operate forklifts (specifically stand-up forklifts) and other warehouse equipment preferred

Average computer skills and knowledge of ERP systems required

Ability to read, write and take directions in English required; Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred

Knowledge of Manufacturing Inventory Management Systems required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The below physical demands are a representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Able to stand for prolonged periods of time

Must have good vision

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Based in Norwood, MA, the Warehouse Forklift Operator will process receipt, storage, and shipment of finished goods and raw materials. This role is also responsible for staging materials for production, moving materials to and from the production floor, and maintaining an environment of safety and food safety. 

This position requires the ability to withstand working in a cold environment and stand for extended periods of time

Schedule may include occasional Saturday work

Exciting Benefits Await You!

Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.

Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement.

Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.

Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.

Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.

Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.

Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.

Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.

Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.

Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.

Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.

Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings.

 Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply!

Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential.

At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. 

At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN

Source: Home Market Foods careers (Greenhouse)

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