Location: Philadelphia,PA, USA
The Delaware Avenue Enterprises warehouse facility offers food grade warehousing and logistic services for the breakdown, consolidation, and storage of tropical fruits, frozen food, and fresh meat products. Forklift operators at our facilities work to efficiently and safely transport, track, store, load and unload cargo within a global supply chain. As a member of our team you will be tasked with operating various types of power industrial equipment, used in conjunction with an array of technologies, to quickly and accurately handle freight according to company and governmental standards. Minimum Requirements 18 years of age or above. Ability to lift 50+ lbs. Ability to work a fluctuating, non-traditional schedule (night and/or weekend hours may be required). Reliable transportation. Strong work ethic and the ability to follow instructions within a team environment. Experience operating Power Industrial Equipment (forklift, etc) is required. Preferred, but not Necessary Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Experience handling container cargo (i.e. jockey truck, yard truck, top pick, etc.). Work Conditions This position is in a warehouse facility and involves exposure to widely varying temperature ranges, as well as to all environmental weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.). Additionally, extended periods of walking and/or standing are required. Union Warehouse Team Member is a union position. Initiation fee and union dues are required as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. Company is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.