Forklift Buffer - 2nd Shift

conagrabrands; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a Buffer Forklift Operator to move finished products safely in a freezer warehouse, operate forklifts, and support loading activities. This shift runs 1:30 PM–9:00 PM with an hourly rate of $23.25.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 75 lbs, read and follow instructions in English, and work overtime. Knowledge of GMPs and warehouse systems is a plus. Benefits include health, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 6 months' forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Move finished product from blast freezer to finished product warehouse.
• Scan finished product into rack location using warehouse management system.
• Transport finished product from racks according to work orders and place in staging area.
• Prepare to load trailers by opening dock doors, setting dock plates, inspecting trailer, checking trailer temperatures, verifying load plan, and chocking tires.
• Load trailer according to load plan.
• Perform required safety check of equipment before use.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading and writing English

Attention to detail

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

PIT Certification

Job description

Shift

1:30 PM-9:00 PM

Hourly Rate

$23.25 an hour

The Buffer Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring that our finished product is moved within our warehouse in a safe and efficient manner. Forklift duties include but are not limited to driving a forklift in a freezer warehouse, ensuring safety of equipment being used, transporting finished product in the warehouse, pulling finished product for loading of trailers, preparing trailers for loading, and loading trailers adhering to proper procedure. Ensuring facility maintenance through good housekeeping practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English
• Ability to drive forklifts including stand-up, sit-down, hi-lift, and tandems.
• Ability to work in a cold environment for long periods of time
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to move up to 75 lbs
• Basic math skills
• Basic knowledge of computers

Job Duties

• Perform required safety check of equipment before use
• Move finished product from blast freezer to finished product warehouse
• Scan finished product into rack location using warehouse management system
• Transport finished product from racks according to work orders and place in staging area
• Prepare to load trailers by opening dock doors, setting dock plates, inspecting trailer, checking trailer temperatures, verifying load plan, and chocking tires.
• Load trailer according to load plan
• May perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of forklift safety and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of proper forklift loading procedures
• Ability to understand the effects of product damage
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Must be well organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work individually as well as with others as a team at all levels
• Knowledge of GMP's
• Ability to be PIT Certified

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience Required: Minimum 6 months' forklift experience preferred.

Anticipated Close Date

October 16, 2026

Location

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Our Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye, Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.