Operations Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)
Suja Life · Oceanside, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$18–$19/hrFull-time
Forklift operator duties vary across different operations departments, ensuring smooth workflow in HPP/Bottling and Packaging/Packout areas.
Responsibilities
- Enter transfers accurately and in real-time using NetSuite or RF Smart systems.
- Use electronic devices for tracking purposes.
- Operate equipment safely, quickly, and efficiently; report safety concerns or equipment misuse.
- Properly document and report work-related accidents or incidents.
- Bottling/HPP:
- Ensure conveyors do’t back up while fillers run.
- Complete dunnage tasks daily; load trailers with correct dunnage.
- Retrieve and return materials to designated areas.
- Supply HPP operations with bins of juice for bin dumpers.
- Organize the HPP floor to maintain efficient workflow and prevent juice mixing.
- Provide empty bins for B1 and B2 bottling processes.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in Building 2.
- Pack-Out/Packaging:
- Retrieve materials as needed; record them in NetSuite or RF Smart systems.
- Keep areas organized and pathways clear.
- Return unused materials to designated locations; document transfers systematically.
- Assist with placing bins on bin dumpers and organizing rework materials.
- Wrap pallets securely and document on pallet count sheets in real time.
- Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines.
- Follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily assignments.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Requirements
- GED/Diploma.
- Active forklift certification.
- 1–2 years of forklift operation experience.
- Proficiency with computers, handheld devices, and data entry in NetSuite.
- Experience with RF Smart systems.
- Ability to follow company policies, guidelines, and work instructions.
- Flexibility to perform various functions depending on the area of operation.
- Experience assisting supervision, management, leads, and operators.
- Skilled in paperwork documentation.
- Machine operator experience.
- Basic Excel knowledge.
- Preferably bilingual (English/Spanish); clear and effective communication.
- Leadership training.
Working Conditions
- Work in wet refrigerated (below 40°F), dry warehouse (up to 85°F), and/or freezer warehouse (-10°F) environments.
- Tight work areas with continuous exposure to noisy environments exceeding 85 dBA.
- Strict adherence to safety protocols; mandatory use of PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed shoes).
- Repetitive tasks requiring efficient and safe execution.
- Basic knowledge of forklift maintenance, routine inspections, and precise loading/unloading.
Physical Demands
- Stand and walk for the entirety of the shift.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs with continuous motion.
- Push/pull 100 lbs with continuous motion.
- Repetitive bending, kneeling, reaching overhead, stooping, squatting, and twisting.
- Climb ladders and stairs; work at heights when needed.
- Regular use of hands to handle, grasp, and control objects with good gripping strength and manual dexterity.
- Occasional exposure to moving machinery.
- Pass a pre-employment physical exam.
Schedule
1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, with one of the following shift patterns:
- Monday–Friday
- Sunday–Thursday
- Tuesday–Saturday
Flexibility for mandatory overtime. Schedules are limited and assigned based on business needs and staffing availability.
2-week training schedule: Sunday–Thursday, transitioning to the regular assigned schedule afterward.
Pay
$18 – $19/hour, depending on experience.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid parental leave: 12 weeks at 100% pay.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off: vacation, sick days, and holidays.
- Juice benefits.