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Forklift Operator (2nd shift-Full Time)

Gold Star Foods
Jefferson, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
Title: Forklift Operator 2d shift - Full Time

Division: Warehouse

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt/ Hourly

Company Overview: Graves Foods is a 75-year-old wholesale foodservice distribution company located throughout the Midwest. Graves delivers quality foodservice products to nursing homes, schools, restaurants, and other foodservice providers throughout the Midwest. We are looking for warehouse workers for our Jefferson City location. This is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of a fast-growing company.

Position Overview

A forklift operator at Graves Foods is responsible for handling and moving food products within a warehouse or distribution center. This role requires strict adherence to safety and hygiene standards to ensure the quality and safety of food products.

Key Responsibilities

Selecting and handling product and palletizing it neatly on palletsIdentifies items for selection and ensures that once the order is complete and accurate using voice picking systemOperate a stand-up forklift, electric, double pallet jack safely and efficiently to transport productMaintaining safety and productivity benchmarks is a minimum requirement of the jobMaintain workspace and equipment in an organized and neat fashionRegular, timely attendance as defined by the attendance policy, is a minimum requirement of the job.Assist with inventory counts and stock replenishment.Other tasks as assigned.REQUIREMENTS:

Experience

  • Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution center is preferred but not always required. On-the-job training is often provided.
  • Previous experience operating a forklift and other warehouse technical equipment preferred.
  • Previous order selecting experience preferred
  • Ability to meet deadlines and case-per-hour requirements
  • Ability to listen, understand and respond to instruction
  • Operate within Standard Operating Procedure and follow OSHA guidelines.
  • High-level of accuracy & attention to detail.
  • Voice picking experience preferred.

Screening: Must pass a drug screen and background check.SCHEDULE: Sunday- Thursday 4pm-finished overtime as needed.

COMPENSATION: Starting at - $17.75/hour

Benefits

Family-Owned Culture: Be part of a company with a supportive and strong cultivating culture.Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday - Friday schedule with excellent hours, allowing for nightly home time.Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive salary with access to excellent bonus programs.Growth Opportunities: Benefit from incentive programs and many opportunities for career advancement.Training and Development: Receive on-the-job training to develop and enhance your skills.Comprehensive Benefits: Access excellent insurance programs, paid vacation, and employee discounts on over 5,000 stocked food items.OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Working Conditions And Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 50 pounds on occasion.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

Sunday-Thursday 4pm-Finished with overtime as needed

40 overtime

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