Chocolate Plant Forklift Operator - Inventory & Logistics

Russell Stover Chocolates; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates in Abilene, KS is hiring a Forklift Operator to move materials and finished goods, load trailers, and support plant operations with accuracy and efficiency.

You will use handheld scanners, verify inventory, and help maintain GMP and food safety standards. The role requires 18+, English fluency, and forklift certification; overtime may be required. Join a team with safety-first culture and a climate-controlled facility where chocolate aromas accompany your day.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to communicate in English.
• Able to operate and maintain a forklift and perform basic math.
• Capable of performing quality control checks and working overtime as needed.
• Share responsibilities to maintain a clean, safe, audit-ready workspace.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely according to standards and instructions.
• Unload and load trailers and move products to storage locations.
• Use handheld scanners to receive orders and place products in storage.
• Verify inventory and perform routine counts to ensure accuracy.
• Distribute products to production lines and consolidate as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and ensure GMP compliance.
• Follow FSQA training and food safety requirements and report issues.
• Assist with loading/unloading trucks and support plant management.

Skills

Forklift operation

English fluency

Basic math

Quality checks

Teamwork

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates in Abilene, KS is hiring a Forklift Operator to move materials and finished goods, load trailers, and support plant operations with accuracy and efficiency.

You will use handheld scanners, verify inventory, and help maintain GMP and food safety standards. The role requires 18+, English fluency, and forklift certification; overtime may be required. Join a team with safety-first culture and a climate-controlled facility where chocolate aromas accompany your day.