Warehouse Forklift Operator (Temp Conversion Only)
About The Position
The Warehouse Forklift Operator participates in shipping, receiving, and storing case and dry goods, and supports LEAN initiatives such as 5S and improving warehouse operational efficiency. The position is intended to convert a current temporary associate working onsite at O’Neill into a full-time position. Work is performed onsite at the company’s Parlier, California facility in a warehouse environment. The warehouse is generally temperature-controlled, with moderate noise that may fluctuate to medium or high; occasional outside work in all weather conditions may be required. The role involves preparing and staging products, loading and unloading trailers, completing and routing shipping and receiving paperwork, planning storage locations, maintaining a safe and orderly warehouse, and operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment. The position is non-exempt and pays $18.50 to $19.50 per hour. Final salary placement depends on qualifications, education, relevant experience, and current market data.
Requirements
- Must have worked as a temporary employee onsite at O’Neill for at least 580 hours.
- High school diploma, three to five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Maintain a valid forklift certification.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work amid changing priorities.
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language or languages used in the workplace.
- Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen and adhere to company, federal, and state food safety regulations and policies.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods, perform some repetitive motions, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, lift, move, and stack boxes up to 40 pounds, operate a forklift, and maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide a high level of customer service to distributors, customers, coworkers, and guests.
- Pick, sort, wrap, and stage products for loading.
- Load and unload trailers.
- Verify outgoing loads, complete bills of lading and other shipping paperwork, and submit completed paperwork to the Bottling office.
- Verify incoming loads, complete receiving paperwork, and submit completed paperwork to the Bottling office.
- Plan and communicate storage locations for finished goods, dry goods, and other warehouse materials to maximize space utilization.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, safe, and secure work area and warehouse.
- Complete the forklift safety checklist to help ensure the forklift is operating properly.
- Safely and correctly operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse mechanical equipment.
- Assist with departmental initiatives, new projects, tailgate safety meetings, and functions.
- Apply LEAN initiatives, including 5S, tracking and eliminating downtime, and reducing wasteful activities.
- Perform other duties and special projects assigned by a supervisor or manager within the physical constraints of the job.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
