Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift - Starting pay $20.70
About the Role
Operate lift truck within Liquid Production operations, adhering to safety, food safety, quality, and legal compliance standards. Work in a damp, wet, humid, and slippery environment with extreme heat/cold, near moving equipment, and with toxic or caustic chemicals.
Responsibilities
- Read batch pick sheets, pull ingredients, and packaging.
- Supply lines, pull lines, and put away materials and finished goods.
- Ship and receive all materials and finished goods on trucks and rail cars.
- Connect and disconnect rail cars and bulk tankers to flow panels.
- Read and understand bills of lading.
- Use AS400 software equipment.
- Document completed work as required by the supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to pass training/certifications as required for qualification.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to use mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
Qualifications
- Experience operating sit-down and stand-up lift trucks.
- Ability to use effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Skills
- Proficiency in using AS400 software equipment.
- Ability to read and understand bills of lading.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance.
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k).
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes 1 week of PTO.
Why Join Us
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands. Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF, we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
Golden State Foods uses artificial intelligence ("AI") and automated tools within our applicant tracking system to assist with parts of the hiring process. These tools evaluate job-related qualifications and characteristics, but final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.