Powered Industrial Lift Operator 1

Blue Diamond Growers • Turlock, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

In 1910 a cooperative of 230 California almond growers formed with the following core values: To build strong relationships among growers and with their customers; To communicate directly and honestly; and To work as a team to realize the best return on their investment. More than a century later, Blue Diamond Growers still adheres to these values at every level of our operation. Our employees are strongly committed to the brand and to each other – the word “family” is often used to describe our culture. Today, Blue Diamond Growers represents more than 3,000 almond growers in California – the state that provides over 80% of the world’s almond supply. We are one of the most recognized food brands in the world, with annual sales exceeding $1 billion. We believe in transparency and honest communication. And our work style is still team-based, working together to innovate, process, and distribute the best almond products to the world. After more than 100 years, our core values of integrity, partnership, innovation and quality remain strong. Our commitment to excellence has driven Blue Diamond’s unprecedented growth, innovation, high quality, and value. You’ll find these values at work throughout our company. We strive for a diverse workforce, always aiming for greater levels of inclusion. In addition to a robust benefits package, we offer an employee wellness and fitness program, in which a majority of our workforce currently participates. Grow your career. Partner with us. We Are the Almond People! Position Overview: The Turlock Plant is seeking a Powered Industrial Lift Operator 1 for grave shift in our raw/finished goods area to join our winning team.

Requirements

• Minimum level of education required : High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills and a basic understanding of machine operations.
• Required to climb up and down ladders and catwalks.
• Must be able to identify and solve problems independently, coordinate workflow and meet output standards.
• Required to work overtime and weekends as necessary.
• OSHA Forklift Certification

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of forklift operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a lift truck in a high pace environment.
• Performs the movement, storage, and documentation of incoming materials and outgoing product.
• Maintain lift truck operator certification.
• Uses SAP system and scanning equipment for inventory counts and record inventory transactions.
• Supports the generalist concept by performing various sanitation duties, housekeeping, and other functions as assigned.
• May perform general laborer and sanitation work as needed.
• Work as a team player within a cross functional manufacturing process.
• Completes various documents and reports including but not limited to daily lift inspections, checklists, battery inspections, and damage reports for affected equipment, product, or facilities.
• Maintains and adheres to Blue Diamond food safety policies, Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP’s) and safety practices.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by manager, supervisor/team lead, or department lead.

Benefits

• In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement.
• Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees