Forklift Driver
About The Position
The Forklift Operator, in the Production department, is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts to load, unload, transport, and store materials and products within a pistachio processing plant. The role supports logistics and warehouse operations by ensuring goods are stored, transported, and prepared for shipment while maintaining product quality, safety, and an organized work environment. The position includes handling raw materials, finished products, and inventory; using scanners and documentation to support inventory management; picking and staging orders; and performing manual warehouse work such as stacking pallets and strapping totes to pallets. The operator conducts routine forklift inspections and basic maintenance, reports equipment problems and safety concerns, follows GMP, food safety, and company procedures, and communicates with supervisors, leads, logistics coordinators, and team members. Regular, reliable attendance and other assigned duties are also expected. This is a full-time, non-exempt position on the third shift, scheduled from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The role is based in a food manufacturing and warehouse environment and may involve indoor and outdoor work, dust, loud noise, varying temperatures, moving machinery, chemicals or allergens such as pistachios and other tree nuts, and cold-storage or refrigerated areas. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 25 pounds, carrying, pushing or pulling, bending or stooping, and twisting; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, and climbing; and constant fine hand manipulation and vision.
Requirements
- Valid forklift operator certification.
- Proficiency operating various types of forklifts, including counterbalance and reach trucks.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory handling.
- Ability to read and interpret shipping documents and inventory lists.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic math and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous forklift operating experience in a warehouse or logistics environment, preferably in the food industry.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, and store raw materials, finished products, and other inventory throughout the facility.
- Handle pistachios and related materials carefully to prevent product damage and maintain quality standards.
- Transport materials between storage areas, production equipment, and loading docks.
- Assist with inventory management, including scanner use and accurate documentation of received, stored, and shipped materials.
- Pick, stage, and prepare products accurately for shipment.
- Perform manual labor, including stacking pallets, strapping totes to pallets, and other assigned warehouse duties.
- Conduct routine forklift inspections and basic equipment maintenance; promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns.
- Comply with GMP, food safety, safety, and company policies and procedures.
- Monitor products during handling and report damaged products or inventory discrepancies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper storage of materials and equipment.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, logistics coordinators, and team members.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
