Forklift Operator

Richardson International•Winchester, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses. Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities. Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Forklift Operator at our Winchester, VA durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta. The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitation support for the entire warehouse.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a forklift
Experience in a food manufacturing facility

Responsibilities

Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials within the warehouse and into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule
Operate other equipment for shipping, as needed
Maintain accurate inventory while storing and loading, practicing first in/first out
Monitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance
Maintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performing scheduled cleaning of equipment
Re-palletize and rework products
Prepare products for regrind process
Maintain safety and quality in a high-paced environment