Farm Forklift Driver
Farmers Pride Inc•Bethel Township, PA
•$0 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
The Farm Forklift Driver is responsible for safely operating forklifts and material handling equipment in support of poultry farm operations. This role transports feed, supplies, eggs, packaging materials, litter, and other farm-related products while ensuring compliance with safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity standards. The Farm Forklift Driver plays a key role in maintaining efficient operations across poultry houses, warehouses, feed storage areas, and shipping locations.
Requirements
- Previous forklift operating experience required.
- Ability to obtain forklift certification.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as production schedules require.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in poultry, agriculture, food production, or warehouse operations.
- Knowledge of farm biosecurity requirements and safe animal production practices.
- Experience with egg handling, feed delivery, or agricultural inventory management.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts and powered industrial equipment throughout poultry farm facilities.
- Load, unload, and transport feed, bedding, egg pallets, packaging materials, and farm supplies.
- Move products between poultry houses, storage facilities, warehouses, and transportation vehicles.
- Assist with egg handling and movement activities while maintaining product quality standards.
- Load and remove litter, waste materials, and recyclable products as required.
- Conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts and equipment and report maintenance concerns promptly.
- Follow all company safety policies, animal welfare guidelines, and biosecurity procedures.
- Clean and sanitize equipment as required to support disease prevention programs.
- Maintain inventory accuracy by recording material movements and assisting with cycle counts.
- Support farm operations during flock placements, cleanouts, bird transfers, and other production activities.
- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding operational needs and equipment concerns.
- Assist with general farm labor and operational tasks as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
