Operator, Forklift

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Selah, WA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Requirements

Follow plant GMP’s at all times, ensure work area is secure and monitor and document fruit receiving CCP.
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
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
The forklift driver must interact and communicate effectively with all employees of the organization.

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.
Document arriving & departing trucks or loads.
Move incoming materials to proper location or storage area.
Label and prepare loads for shipment.
Conduct inventory on fruit product 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.