1st Sit-Down Forklift Operator

PrideStaff; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated 1st Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join their production team in Corona, CA. This temporary-to-permanent position offers a competitive pay rate and requires a motivated individual with forklift certification and experience. The role involves operating forklifts to transport materials, verifying shipments, and maintaining quality standards in a dynamic warehouse environment. If you thrive in a team-oriented setting and are eager to contribute to a safety-focused workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have Forklift Certification and at least 1 year of experience.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to transport and stage materials efficiently.
• Verify and record shipments, ensuring quality standards are met.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Basic Math Skills

Team Collaboration

Independent Work

Education

Forklift Certification

Job description

PrideStaff is seeking a 1st Sit-Down Forklift Operator for their production department in Corona, CA. This is a temporary-to-permanent position with a great company. Please see the job requirements below to be considered.

Pay Rate

$19.00 to $20.00

Schedule

5:00am to 1:30pm (possible 12-hour shift, 6 days a week)

Job Description

Operates a forklift to retrieve materials and supplies, keeping production supplied. Responsible for transporting, staging, and loading freeze-dried materials throughout production and warehouse facilities. Verifies and records incoming and outgoing shipments via paperwork and ERP system. Prepares items for shipment and production, ensuring quality and productivity standards are met.

Essential Duties

• Transport, stage, and load materials using forklifts.
• Verify and record shipments, prepare items for shipment and production.
• Identify products and multiple lot codes; verify information against documents.
• Stage products, verify temperatures, and ensure proper labeling.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Examine and route shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials.
• Understand quality standards and reporting requirements.
• Use safety devices properly, such as lock-out procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Forklift Certification
• At least 1 year of forklift or similar equipment operating experience
• Ability to read, write, perform basic math, and operate a computer
• Motivated, able to work independently and in a team

Physical Requirements

Must perform frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. The job involves 50% or more sitting, walking, and standing. Work is performed in a warehouse environment with temperature variations. Visual and audio abilities are required. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs is necessary.

Food Safety

1. Prioritize food safety, quality, and sanitation by following policies and procedures.
2. Hold yourself and others accountable, communicate safety incidents or observations.