Forklift Operator

About the role

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses. We currently have an opportunity for a Forklift Operator at our Winchester, VA durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta. The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitation support for the entire warehouse. Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials within the warehouse and into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule; operate other equipment for shipping, as needed
• Maintain accurate inventory while storing and loading, practicing first in/first out
• Monitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance as required
• Maintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performing scheduled cleaning of equipment
• Re-palletize and rework products, and prepare products for regrind process
• Maintain safety and quality in a high-paced environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility

Physical Requirements

• Crouch, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, operate foot pedals, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods
• Work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment and confined spaces

Benefits

Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.