Warehouse Forklift Operator

At Furmano Foods, you're joining a values-driven company with a purpose far greater than profit. Since 1921, we've stayed true to our farm, faith, and family roots—nourishing our customers, team members, partners, the land, and the future. We take pride in crafting quality, shelf-stable foods including beans, tomatoes, ancient grains, and vegetables for retail and foodservice markets nationwide. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dedication to sustainability, we offer team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact while upholding a legacy of quality, service, and stewardship.

Position Title: Forklift Operator

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Drive forklift – move materials

2. Q.C. Projects—sorting, cleaning, stripping

3. Repair and Sort Pallets - must be able to flip pallets with or without assistance

4. Hand load containers

5. Cleaning project as assigned to maintain BRC compliance.

6. Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by acting, communicating and helping co-workers.

7. Set the next shift up for success.

8. Effective cross-departmental communication.

9. All other jobs assigned by supervisor.

10. Maintain a clean work environment throughout shift. Area should be clean and fully stocked or prepared for the following shift.

Skills and Abilities

1. Must be able to work without direct supervision.

2. Flexible—able to change focus

3. Good time management

4. Willing to help others

5. Ability to learn and adapt to various positions

6. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English

7. Must be able to drive Forklift.

8. Must have full peripheral vision and depth perception.

9. Basic math (Example, how many pallets needed to complete an order)

Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of area supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement:

 Occasional - 1/3 or less

 Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3

 Continuous – 2/3 or more

Standing: Frequent to Continuous

Walking: Frequent to Continuous

Sitting: Minimal (See Operating Equipment)

Lifting: Occasional to frequent (heavy duty position / ability to lift 100lbs)

Carrying: Dependent on jobs assigned

Climbing: Minimal

Climbing Stairs: Minimal

Climbing ladders: NA

Crawling: NA

Working in kneeling position: NA

Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Occasional to Frequent

Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous

Reaching: Frequent to Occasional

Bending: Occasional to frequent

Driving: Forklift - Occasional to Frequent

Pushing and Pulling: Occasional

Hand Movement: Manual dexterity

 Simple grasping: frequent

 Fine manipulation: NA

Operating Equipment: Can be Continuous ex. Forklift, britestacker, depalletizer

Position Requirements: Adaptable and flexible—able to change focus quickly and often.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: up to $20.08 per hour

Earn Bonus Incentives:

Differential for 2nd shift -$1.00 per hour

Attendance Bonus -$0.25 per hour

Documentation Bonus -$0.25 per hour

Learning the different routes of the forklift earn up to an additional $0.34 per hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule:

Hours: 2nd Shift - 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

20 minutes paid lunch

This position typically follows the hours of the shift scheduled to work; however, working days may vary based on season.

Typically, Monday through Friday. Very often Saturday. 12 hours Shifts may be required during busy times.

Saturdays can be made mandatory based on labeling, shipping or other operational needs. Expect Saturday work Sept-Dec.

Note: (Specific Training will be 1st shift 7am-3pm for up to 17 days)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Onsite Nurse
• Corporate Chaplain

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northumberland, PA 17857: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)

Call-To-Action:If you're ready to make an impact in the food industry with your expertise, we invite you to become part of the Furmano Foods family—apply today

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): Warehouse Forklift Operator experience

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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