FR2 Formax Operator

About Golden State Foods

Golden State Foods (GSF) is a leading food manufacturing company with over 70 years of experience producing high-quality beef patties and protein products for top quick service restaurant (QSR) brands. Our USDA-inspected facility in Opelika, AL delivers billions of hamburger patties annually, backed by strict food safety standards and award-winning quality. GSF is committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating safe, reliable careers in food production.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and load outgoing/incoming products and materials
• Accurately read labels and related documents in English
• Use basic math to count, measure, and calculate quantities
• Lift, carry, and stack products (up to 75 lbs. and up to 7 feet high)
• Build pallets using push/pull motions, up to 8 feet high
• Operate electric forklifts and stand-up rider pallet jacks
• Maintain performance metrics in line with productivity and accuracy standards
• Clean and maintain work areas using tools such as brooms, mops, or electric sweepers
• Work flexible shifts as part of a 24-hour operation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year Machine Operator experience
• Must obtain forklift certification within 30 days of employment
• Previous experience in a warehouse environment preferred (food-grade or fast-paced operations a plus)
• Comfortable working in temperature-controlled areas (chill at 35°F, freezer at -5°F)

Skills and Abilities

• Basic math and reading skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Physically capable of repetitive lifting, stacking, and operating equipment in a dynamic setting

Performance Expectations

• Meet 95% productivity standard within 120 days, as measured by engineered work standards
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a positive team-oriented attitude
• Maintain high-quality work and cleanliness in assigned areas
• Uphold company values and actively contribute to a safe, efficient work environment

Benefits

Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs. At GSF, we strive to continually develop our people to prepare for the needs of tomorrow. We are committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

• People First: A dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured
• Values Driven: A culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence
• People Development: Opportunities for continual growth and development
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: Commitment to making a positive impact globally

Schedule

Full-time, 2nd shift as part of a 24-hour operation.