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Forklift Operator
Turlock, CA

We are in search of a forklift operator to support a manufacturing facility.  As a forklift operator, you will perform essential functions in a food manufacturing facility.
Ideal schedule is 2pm-10:30pm. Must be available to work overtime and weekends.   

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  

• Performs the movement, storage, documentation, and inventory of incoming and outgoing product.  

• Occasionally engages in “high stacking” performed with a high degree of speed, accuracy, and safety. 

• Uses SAP system and scanning equipment to maintain inventory counts and record inventory transactions.  

• Performs inventory functions, as necessary.  

• Supports the generalist concept by performing various sanitation duties, maintenance, housekeeping, and other functions as assigned. 

• May perform general laborer work on seasonal basis. 

• Completes various documents and reports including daily lift sheet.  

• Maintains and adhere to Blue Diamond HACCP processes and auditing, Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP’s) and safety practices. 

• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS  

Minimum level of education required.   

• High School Diploma or GED    

Minimum number of year(s) of experience required in addition to education plus type(s) of functional experience. 

• 1 year of forklift operator experience. 

Other required type(s) of functional experience (e.g., Production/Operations, Accounting, Forklift Operator, Inventory Control, etc.) 

• Excellent communication skills and a basic understanding of machine operations.  

• Required to climb up and down ladders and catwalks. 

• Must be able to identify and solve problems independently, coordinate workflow and meet output standards.  

• Required to work overtime and weekends, as necessary. 

Total minimum number of years of experience required in lieu of degree (if applicable) 

• N/A 

Other job requirements (e.g., certifications/licenses, CPG experience, work overtime/weekends, etc.) 

• OSHA Forklift Certification 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES (Specialized education, specific software experience, etc.) 

• N/A 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS         

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

Physical demands require good vision, hearing, and reflexes, including good visual concentration. Employee must be comfortable occasionally lifting of minimum of 50 lbs., frequently stooping, and consistent sitting to carry out the assigned duties.    

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Position may require employee to work around loud energized equipment and is routinely exposed to hazardous materials for extended periods of time. Exposure to adverse conditions can be, but are not limited to heat, cold, noise, dust, fumes, dirt, herbal aromas, airborne particles, grease, and chemical substances. Team member safety is very important to us and more information is available through Blue Diamond Health and Safety.