Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Selah, WA

About The Position

Since 1946, Sun-Rype has been providing families with delicious, wholesome juices and fruit snacks. As a progressive company committed to innovation and growth, we’re proud of our long-standing reputation and excited for what’s ahead. At Sun-Rype, we work together to deliver results, continually challenge ourselves to improve, and celebrate the success of our business as a team. Our collaborative, passionate culture is what truly sets us apart. If you're an organized, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment we would encourage you to apply and join our team.

Requirements

Ability to turn head to look right/left as well as up and down.
Ability to steer using steering wheel.
Ability to move right arm/hand forward and backwards to move the gear that moves forks up and down.
Ability to apply pressure on gas and brake pedals using right and left legs/feet.
Ability to get on and off the forklift several times per day (fueling, do paperwork).
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
High school diploma or GED
Follow plant GMP’s at all times, ensure work area is secure and monitor and document fruit receiving CCP.
Ability to high stack bins.
Must have good communication skills.
Ability to work any shift.
A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
Personally invested in the success of the business.
Motivated, focused and accountable for results
Forklift Driver Training
Forklift Driver certification

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year experience in the fruit industry preferred.
Experience with forklifts and bin dumpers preferred.

Responsibilities

Load & offload trucks sorting bins and staging for production.
Inspect fruit quality and fill out CCP # 1 paperwork.
Fruit rotation 1st in 1st out.
Document arriving & departing trucks or loads.
Move incoming materials to proper location or storage area.
Label bins & rows -date received & verity.
Conduct inventory on fruit products and plant supplies.
Introduce the raw material into the process and orderly disposition of empty fruit bins.
Maintain a safe and courteous driving attitude.
Others duties as assigned.