Forklift Driver/ Receiving - 3rd Shift

Conagra Brands • Council Bluffs, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Receiving/Line Service Forklift Operator performs setup and line service for production lines safely and promptly. The role retrieves ingredients and packaging materials during production, transfers finished product to the freezer, receives inventory, ensures received inventory is entered into the warehouse management system, and maintains a clean work area. This is an onsite position at the facility in Council Bluffs, Iowa, reporting to the logistics team. The shift is 8:15 PM–6:30 AM, at an hourly rate of $23.14.

The operator performs equipment safety checks, stages production areas with ingredients and materials from daily requisition sheets, supplies production lines, transfers finished product to designated freezer areas, and handles trailer preparation, inspection, unloading, and inventory verification. The role also includes rotating date-sensitive stock and maintaining workplace cleanliness. The anticipated close date is January 4, 2027.

Conagra Brands describes itself as a team of more than 18,000 people across more than 40 locations, with a focus on an impactful, energized, and inclusive culture, innovation, and food. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and that reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Operate stand-up, sit-down, tandem, and rider forklifts.
• Follow 5'S standards.
• Knowledge of forklift safety and troubleshooting.
• Understand the effects of product damage.
• Knowledge of GMPs.
• Be PIT Certified.
• Move up to 75 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Perform required safety checks of equipment before use.
• Perform setup and line service for production promptly.
• Set up production staging areas with required ingredients and materials from the daily requisition sheet.
• Retrieve ingredients and packaging materials for production during production.
• Transfer finished product from the line to the designated freezer.
• Prepare to receive trailers by opening the dock door, setting the dock plate, inspecting the trailer, and chocking tires.
• Inspect and unload trailers.
• Verify bills of lading.
• Count and inspect received inventory.
• Transfer return inventory to warehouse, freezer, or cooler locations.
• Rotate date-sensitive stock according to company policy.
• Maintain a clean work area, including removing trash and stacking or removing damaged pallets.
• Ensure received inventory is entered into the warehouse management system.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k)/pension eligibility.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee resource groups and team collaboration.
• Paid time off.
• Volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED