DC Material Handler 3rd Shift

Saputo Inc.; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in California is seeking a hands‑on forklift operator to support safe material handling and warehouse operations in a 24/7 facility. You will load/unload, transfer products, and use WMS to ensure accurate inventory and timely shipments.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of lift truck experience, comfort with shipping/receiving roles, and the ability to work flexible shifts to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• 3 years demonstrated experience operating a lift truck.
• Experience in warehouse operations in a shipping/receiving role.
• Shift flexibility for a 24/7 manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment to include lift trucks, pallet jacks and electric battery handling equipment.
• Must be flexible to work all shifts I, II, and III at the need for the business.
• Effective and accurate operation of automated warehouse management software controls, inventory scanning and management tools.
• Perform product transfer operations, finished good pallet load/unload from packaging to the cooler.
• Safe and efficient loading and unloading of trailers, following internal/external requirements.
• Load refrigerated trailers in accordance with customer specifications.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Warehouse operations

Tools

Warehouse management software (WMS)

Inventory scanning

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment to include lift trucks, pallet jacks and electric battery handling equipment.
• Must be flexible to work all shifts I, II, and III at the need for the business.
• Effective and accurate operation of automated warehouse management software controls, inventory scanning and management tools.
• Perform product transfer operations, finished good pallet load/unload from packaging to the cooler.
• Safe and efficient loading and unloading of trailers, following internal/external requirements.
• Load refrigerated trailers in accordance with customer specifications.

You Are Best Suited for the Role if You…

• 3 years demonstrated experience operating a lift truck.
• Experience in warehouse operations in a shipping/receiving role. Food manufacturing experience a +.
• Shift flexibility. This is a hands‑on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a department in support of company customer orders, re-supply and demand planning.

Pay Range: $28.73 - $33.05

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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EEO

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