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# Warehouse Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift at Home Market Foods

- **Company:** Home Market Foods
- **Location:** Norwood, MA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/homemarketfoods/jobs/5274937007

## Job description

Starting Pay: $20/hr. based on experience and qualifications.

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.

2nd Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday with occasional scheduled Saturdays from 5:00pm-5:00am

## 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

## About Home Market Foods

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A leading North American manufacturer of meal and snack solutions, specializing in meatballs, hot dogs, sausages, and convenience store roller grill snacks.
- **Entity Type**: Private (family-owned, bootstrapped – no external funding rounds found)
- **Headquarters**: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA
- **Founded**: 1957 (as a traditional meat purveyor in Boston)
- **Founders**: Not publicly named (family-owned business)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Food manufacturing (meat and protein-based snack/meal solutions)
- **Target customers**: B2B – retail grocery chains, foodservice operators (stadiums, schools, cruise ships, dining halls), and convenience stores across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
- **Mission statement**: “Feeding North America.”

## Products & Services
- **Cooked Perfect®**: America’s #1 fully cooked meatball brand, sold in retail and foodservice channels.
- **Eisenberg®**: Gourmet frankfurters and sausages (acquired in 2024).
- **RollerBites®**: Protein-packed roller grill snacks (e.g., Cheeseburger RollerBites, Chicken Buffalo Ranch) designed for convenience stores.
- **Custom food solutions**: Tailored products for partners in foodservice and retail.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private, family-owned)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – Not publicly available; products available in over 175 retailers and distributors across multiple countries.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: No external investors identified; the company is family-owned and self-funded.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - 2024: Acquired Kelly Eisenberg, expanding brands, channels, and manufacturing capacity.
  - 2024: Opened a second manufacturing facility in South Windsor, CT.
  - Cooked Perfect® has been the #1 retail meatball brand since 2017.
  - Active hiring across operations, engineering, IT, finance, and HR (19 open jobs on Greenhouse as of search date).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Brand leadership**: Cooked Perfect® is the #1 fully cooked meatball brand in U.S. retail.
- **Channel diversity**: Strong presence in retail, foodservice, and convenience stores, reducing dependency on any single channel.
- **Manufacturing scale**: Two manufacturing facilities (Norwood, MA and South Windsor, CT) plus warehouse operations.
- **60+ years of history**: Deep industry relationships and operational expertise.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion**: Scaling nationally through acquisitions (Kelly Eisenberg) and new facility investments.
- **Innovation**: Developing on-trend, convenient protein snacks (RollerBites®) and custom solutions for partners.
- **Sustainability & community**: Emphasized in company values, though specifics not detailed in provided sources.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values-driven (“People Matter,” “Culture of Excellence,” “Customer Focused”). Described as a family-like, supportive team where employees are “proud to be.”
- **Benefits**: Competitive wages, medical/dental/vision, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, wellness benefits, discounted products, paid time off, company-sponsored life insurance.
- **Work environment**: On-site roles (Norwood, MA and Norton, MA) – no mention of remote/hybrid options. Roles span production, warehouse, engineering, IT, finance, HR, quality assurance, and maintenance.
- **Growth opportunities**: Company is expanding (new facility, acquisition, active hiring) – potential for career advancement.

## Sources
1. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/company/) – About page (mission, values, history)
2. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/careers/) – Careers page (benefits, culture)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/homemarketfoods) – Job listings (open roles, locations)
4. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/) – Home page (brands, channels)
5. [homemarketfoods.com](https://www.homemarketfoods.com/company/our-history/) – History page (milestones, acquisitions)

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