Warehouse Packaging Forklift Operator

Job Title: Warehouse Packaging Forklift Operator

Location: North Platte, Nebraska

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Sustainable Beef is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Warehouse Packaging Forklift Operator to support production by transporting, staging, and replenishing packaging materials. This position ensures production areas have the necessary supplies, maintains organized inventory, and safely operates forklifts and other material handling equipment to support efficient warehouse and production operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks (PIT) to move, load, unload, and stage packaging materials.
• Deliver and replenish packaging materials to production areas as needed.
• Store, organize, and rotate inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate material records.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all food safety, quality, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse and production support areas.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse and production teams to support daily operations.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
•  Forklift operating experience required.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic computer or handheld scanner experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Functional Requirements

• Safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• Follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Read labels, inventory records, and production schedules.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Use basic computer or handheld scanning equipment.
• Maintain regular attendance and work scheduled hours.

Benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401K with matching
• Opportunities for advancement within the company

Compensation Transparency

Compensation for this position is based on experience, skills, and qualifications and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Statement

Sustainable Beef is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more information, please review the “EEO is the Law” poster and the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

Additional Compliance Statement

Sustainable Beef reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description as business needs require. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Compensation for this position is based on experience, skills, and qualifications and will be discussed during the hiring process.