Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

Position Summary

Employees perform all functions assigned by the warehouse supervisor and/or manager, including but not limited to, receiving, returns, stocking, selection, pallet consolidation, loading and unloading trucks, shipping. 

Schedule

• 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM, schedules vary
• Tuesday-Saturday
• Sunday-Thursday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, stocking, selection, pallet consolidation, unloading and loading as scheduled assigned including finish product coming from production.
• Perform selection utilizing pick tickets, building pallets of product, wrapping them from top to bottom and staging them in the proper shipping lanes.
• Operate any equipment training and certified to use in a safe and efficient manner. Equipment may include box cutters, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, or other heavy machinery 
• Experience with storage bays, racking systems, following inventory control, and FIFO procedures.
• Perform accurate data entries in NetSuite WMS System 
• Maintain warehouse in good condition 
• Comply with all applicable health and safety codes. 
• Other duties not listed here may be assigned by the supervisor/manager. 

Job Qualifications

• 2 years in warehouse environment required.
• 2 years forklift operating experience required. 

Education

• Minimum of a High School diploma. 

Other Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude in dealing with staff, coworkers, and supervision as well as directly with buyers/customers. 
• Comfortable with Microsoft product i.e.: Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook 
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines. 
• Ability to adapt well to change direction and priority in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. 
• Strong organizational skills. 
• Familiar with the process of moving goods packed on pallets or in bins amongst the facilities. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with others as a team mentality. 
• Must be agile and quick to respond to changes and the needs of team members and/or the organization. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.  
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.  
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, personable, strong attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ethical and compassionate.  

Working Conditions 

• This role operates in a food manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, and exposure to cold or wet areas are expected. 
• Must be able to work independently.  
• Must have a production/sense of urgency mindset. 
• Punctuality and consistency in job duties and standard procedures. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple facilities, material handling equipment, GMP’s, and a freezer/cold environment of down to -10F degrees. 

Physical Demands 

• Comfortable working in a refrigerated freezer/cold environment down to -10F degrees. 
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend and be able to lift 50lbs, push/pull up to 100lbs/continuous motion. 
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including lifting, grasping, and handling materials or equipment. 
• Must have sufficient hand-eye coordination and dexterity to operate warehouse tools, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely. 
• Capable of safely operating manual and electric pallet jacks, forklifts (if certified), and other warehouse machinery. 
• Ability to tolerate constant movement, exposure to varying temperatures, loud environments, and occasional vibration. 

Compensation and Benefits 

Come thrive at Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Pay rates starting at $18.00-$$20.00 an hour
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
• Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!

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Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay.

Salary : $18 - $20