What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Forklift Operator position at Nature Fresh Farms Inc?
🌱 Grow With Us – Join the Nature Fresh Farms Team!
Imagine breaking from tradition to ensure a brighter future for generations to come. At Nature Fresh Farms®, we’re committed to nourishing people and the planet through greenhouse farming.
Since 1999, our family-owned company has pursued a simple yet profound goal: to cultivate a kinder, healthier future. Today, we’re proud to be one of North America’s largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse-grown produce. While we are growers, we are also greenhouse builders, plant nurturers, and collaborative partners united by shared values and vision.
Our journey is far from over. As we look to the future, we remain committed to:
- Innovation and conservation
- Reducing waste and promoting biodiversity
- Creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and friendlier world for all
🌟 We’re Hiring!Â
We are currently looking to fill a full-time, permanent position for a Production Forklift Operator in our Production Department at our Laredo, TX facility.
What You'll Do (Job Specific Tasks):
- Move skids accordingly within the production area and ensure packing lines have correct produce. Work closely with Supervisor regularly on order schedules & needs.
- Transport items to move, relocate, stack, dry goods and produce.
- Load, unload, pack, and unpack materials, ensuring safe and efficient handling of goods and materials.
- Validate & track inventory of incoming and outgoing items.
- Inspect and verify product and match with pick tickets. Accurately completing all related documentation and paperwork as required.
- Inspect and report minor & major maintenance needs on the forklift and other equipment
- Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Ensure all walkways are kept free of debris to prevent slips, trips and falls as well as clean up any items lying around such as cords, baskets etc.
- Dump the garbage bins outside to the compost & garbage bin dumpsters.
- Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
- This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
- Forklift training must be completedÂ
- Must always be safety conscious and follow all Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations
- Must be attentive and a logical thinker.
- Flexibility, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential.
- Must be able to work well with minimal supervision.
- Must display a respectful and positive attitude.
- Reading, writing, oral communication, and effective listening skills are essential job tools.
- Basic computer skills are required.Â
- Basic mathematical skills are essential.
- Safety shoes are mandatory for this position.
What To Expect (Working Conditions & Physical Requirements):Â
- Fast-paced warehouse environment where temperatures are cooler.
- Working with a wide array of people/cultures in a team setting.
- Working Schedule: will be 5-6 days per week, normal hours of work will be full-time approx. 40 to 60 hours per week. These hours are deemed to be norm but may be more or fewer hours as required. Shifts may vary between day, afternoon or night shift.
- Must be able to complete all physical requirements, balance between walking, sitting, standing, climbing in and out of a forklift for up to 8-12 hours per day.
- Occasional requirements include heavy lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching as needed.
- Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
đź’Ž Who We're Looking For
We’re searching for passionate, purpose-driven individuals who are eager to make a difference — not just in their day-to-day work, but in the world around them. The right candidate is someone who shares our vision for a kinder, healthier future and lives out values that align with our own.
At Nature Fresh Farms, our Core Values guide everything we do — from how we collaborate as a team to how we grow as individuals and as a business:
💚 Care – We care for our people and our communities
🎯 Challenger Mindset – We reimagine what’s possible
🤝 Service – We make things happen
🌱 Growing People – We cultivate greatness, every day
👥 One Team – We’re stronger as one
If you’re someone who believes in doing meaningful work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is motivated by innovation and impact, you’ll feel right at home here.
🌿 Why Work With Us?
- A forward-thinking, sustainability-driven company
- Supportive, people-first workplace culture
- Opportunities for growth, learning, and development
- Competitive wages and benefits
- A chance to be part of something bigger than yourself
đź“© Ready to Grow With Us?
If you're inspired to make a real impact and grow your career in an innovative, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Click the “Apply” button and submit your resume to take the next step in your career with Nature Fresh Farms.
Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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