Cold-Storage Forklift Operator: FIFO & Load/Unload

taproduce; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

taproduce is seeking a Cooler Forklift Operator in Salinas, CA to consolidate products on sales orders, rotate cold room inventory, and manage loading and unloading of goods. The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs and maintaining safety protocols.

Responsibilities include receiving labeled products, organizing the cold storage area, documenting weights, and following shift rotations. Valid forklift certification is required and work is performed in cold conditions across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Must be able to lift heavy items and work in cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming product with day sticker, date, and product type.
• Load and unload materials to/from trucks, pallets, or skids.
• Lift and stack boxes up to 60 lbs.
• Store product for shipment, including bagging, strapping, repacking, and palletizing.
• Rotate cold room inventory to maintain FIFO shipping.
• Maintain a clean, damage-free cold storage area.
• Monitor temperatures of incoming products and cooling requirements.
• Operate cooling room equipment and report damages.
• Weigh materials and record weights on tags or schedules.
• Follow rotating shift schedules and report to supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety adherence

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

taproduce is seeking a Cooler Forklift Operator in Salinas, CA to consolidate products on sales orders, rotate cold room inventory, and manage loading and unloading of goods. The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs and maintaining safety protocols.

Responsibilities include receiving labeled products, organizing the cold storage area, documenting weights, and following shift rotations. Valid forklift certification is required and work is performed in cold conditions across multiple locations.