<p>Reporting to Distribution Supervisor, a Forklift Associate supports Peet's warehouse operations including fulfilling customers' orders, receiving, inputting, sorting, loading and unloading products as well as performing various warehouse activities focusing on the customer experience, quality, safety, and productivity.</p> <p>What You Will Do:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Perform warehouse duties such as pick orders, receive/stow product, unload and load trailers</p> </li><li> <p>Fulfill orders for DSD, retail, and wholesale channels in an accurate and quality manner to avoid damage</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure shipments are loaded and received on the correct trucks within the assigned deadlines</p> </li><li> <p>Partner with the Operations Manager on a daily basis to determine the work that needs to be completed for the day</p> </li><li> <p>Utilize carrier sites and DAX proficiently when applicable</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain a clean and safe working environment</p> </li><li> <p>Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)</p> </li><li> <p>Continuous standing/walking in a warehouse environment throughout an 8 hour day or more</p> </li><li> <p>Frequent push, pull, squat, bend and reach to stack, carry, lift and pick product throughout an 8 hour day or more</p> </li><li> <p>Continuous lifting of 20 lbs, frequent lifting of 25-40 lbs and occasional lifting of 50 lbs or more</p> </li><li> <p>Frequent stacking of pallets and totes (20-50 lbs) up to 6 feet fall</p> </li><li> <p>Frequent lifting above the shoulders</p> </li></ul> <p>Who You Are:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Must have Prior experience driving a forklift (sit down, stand-up, and high lift equipment, ie walkie stacker)</p> </li><li> <p>Must be 18 years old</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to read and follow written instructions accurately in English</p> </li><li> <p>Must be willing and able to work overtime as required, even on short notice</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in safety procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently</p> </li><li> <p>Attention to detail & accuracy is required</p> </li></ul> <p>At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. The hourly starting set wage for this role is $22.00 per hour. Enjoy a Monday-Friday 8 hour schedule, 401(k) plan, with generous matching, full medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, Free coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discount and opportunities for growth and advancement.</p>