Forklift Operator — Deep Reach Experience Required
Brothers Produce Of Dallas Inc · Austin, TX, US
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About the Role
The Warehouse Forklift Operator safely operates deep reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and pallet jacks to transport, stage, replenish, and organize products throughout the warehouse. This position supports inventory accuracy, efficient order fulfillment, and safe product handling in a fast-paced food distribution environment. Hands-on experience operating Crown or Raymond deep reach trucks is required.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate Crown or Raymond deep reach trucks to place and retrieve pallets in double-deep storage racks.
- Operate stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks to transport, stage, replenish, load, unload, and organize products in accordance with company safety policies and operating procedures.
- Transport products between receiving, storage, replenishment, staging, picking, and shipping locations.
- Replenish pick locations to support efficient order fulfillment.
- Load, unload, stack, and organize pallets while maintaining product integrity.
- Perform required pre-operational equipment inspections and promptly report equipment deficiencies, maintenance needs, or safety concerns.
- Verify product identification, quantities, lot numbers, and product condition during material movement.
- Support inventory accuracy by properly relocating and staging products within the warehouse.
- Follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory rotation practices.
- Follow company safety policies, food safety standards, and warehouse operating procedures.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas around assigned equipment and operating zones.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum one (1) year of experience operating a stand-up forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment.
- Hands-on experience operating Crown or Raymond deep reach trucks, including placing and retrieving pallets in double-deep racks.
- Ability to demonstrate safe deep reach truck operation during a pre-employment equipment skills assessment.
- Basic reading and math skills.
- Ability to receive, understand, and respond appropriately to work instructions and safety communications in an active warehouse environment.
- Availability to work morning shifts, including early start times, and overtime, weekends, or holidays as business needs require.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Skills
- Safe operation of deep reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and pallet jacks.
- Pallet placement and retrieval in double-deep storage racks.
- Warehouse material handling, replenishment, and product movement.
- Inventory accuracy and FIFO inventory practices.
- Food safety and sanitation practices.
- Equipment inspection and safe operating procedures.
- Ability to learn and effectively use RF scanners and WMS.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Teamwork and effective communication.
- Problem-solving and sound judgment.
- Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to operational and safety information.
Location
- Warehouse
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Mornings
Experience Level
- Minimum one (1) year of experience operating a stand-up forklift
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
About the Company
- Brothers Food Service offers a competitive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity
- Brothers Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.