Deep-Reach Forklift Operator — Weekend Union Role

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Weekend eligibility

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a skilled Standing Forklift Operator with deep reach experience to join our warehouse team in Santa Ana, CA. The role focuses on safely moving, locating, stacking, and counting merchandise in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will operate a standing reach forklift, load/unload, stage products, inspect equipment, and maintain accurate inventory while following safety guidelines and union guidelines. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2+ years of standing reach forklift experience.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution center, or logistics.
• Ability to work in narrow aisles and at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Operate standing reach forklift to move materials in the warehouse.
• Load, unload, pick, and stage products accurately.
• Safely place and retrieve pallets from high rack shelving.
• Perform routine equipment inspections before and after use.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via scanning and documentation.
• Follow safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Assist with general warehouse duties including packing and organizing inventory.
• Work in refrigerated storage area.

Skills

Standing reach forklift

OSHA safety

Inventory accuracy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift controls

Inventory scanners

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a skilled Standing Forklift Operator with deep reach experience to join our warehouse team in Santa Ana, CA. The role focuses on safely moving, locating, stacking, and counting merchandise in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will operate a standing reach forklift, load/unload, stage products, inspect equipment, and maintain accurate inventory while following safety guidelines and union guidelines. Weekend availability is required.