Food-Grade Forklift Operator – Day Shift

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Hillside (NJ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratas Foods in Hillside, NJ is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to move, locate, stack, and stage product in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will ensure safe, accurate operations and follow GMPs, safety guidelines, PPE, and all shipping procedures.

Daily duties include inbound/outbound stocking, picking, packing, inventory checks, and assisting production lines. Candidates need a minimum of 2+ years in food manufacturing or equivalent, a High School Diploma, and strong

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing/foodservice environment is a plus
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic in all units of measure
• Able to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions and memos
• Strong memory and attention to detail with follow-through
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric powered forklift to move, locate, stack, and count product and materials
• Follow GMPs, safety guidelines, PPE, and all safety rules
• Assist with inbound/outbound stocking, picking, and packing per production schedule
• Ensure shipments are accurate and undamaged, report variances
• Support inventory accuracy on the work floor and supply materials to production lines

Skills

GMP compliance

Safety awareness

Inventory accuracy

Communication skills

Reading/writing instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Stratas Foods in Hillside, NJ is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to move, locate, stack, and stage product in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will ensure safe, accurate operations and follow GMPs, safety guidelines, PPE, and all shipping procedures.

Daily duties include inbound/outbound stocking, picking, packing, inventory checks, and assisting production lines. Candidates need a minimum of 2+ years in food manufacturing or equivalent, a High School Diploma, and strong