Warehouse Forklift Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts and box trucks, and using SAP inventory management systems.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications, such as forklift, SAP, or Train the Trainer certifications.
• Ability to operate equipment, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency with SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMP, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations, and commitment to following company safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with coworkers, supervisors, and others about work matters, including understanding and responding to oral communications and understanding written and safety information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Positive, dependable, self-motivated approach; strong problem-solving, attention to detail, multitasking, accountability, and continuous-improvement skills.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, push heavy loads, stand or walk for up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
• Ability to perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
• Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; near and far visual acuity, color perception, and normal hearing and vision (corrected if needed).
• Ability to wear required PPE and comply with safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe-lifting procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift certification.
• Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
• At advanced levels, proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• At advanced levels, ability to lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
• Inspect equipment and maintain accurate inspection documentation.
• Follow applicable Department of Transportation and workplace safety regulations.
• Move, stage, and return materials to appropriate locations, ensuring timely availability for production and FIFO stock rotation.
• Handle recyclable materials according to plant processes and deliver daily parcel shipments.
• Participate in inventory counts.
• Follow food safety and sanitation requirements, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company policies.
• Follow proper storage procedures for allergen, kosher, and organic products.
• Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready assigned areas; promptly report safety or quality concerns.
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Use computer systems such as SAP for inventory transfers and reporting, and maintain accurate material-handling records.
• Participate in improvement projects, 5S efforts, and required training.
• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members as appropriate to the role level.
• Maintain a safe work environment and promptly report food safety or quality issues to management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• AD&D insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Accident insurance
• Identity and fraud protection plan
• Legal benefits
• Critical illness insurance
• Additional bonus potential