Forklift Driver - Receiving

Fresh Express; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express is seeking a Forklift Driver – Receiving to ensure a steady, precise flow of raw products to production lines. The role involves unloading, transporting, and organizing inbound materials, plus strict adherence to safety and documentation standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with QA and production, maintaining equipment, and keeping the dock and coolers orderly. Weekend work and ability to lift 50 lbs are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Safe driving record required.
• Ability to complete documentation requirements.
• Capable of working in a cold (32-36°F) and wet environment.
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a constant flow of raw products onto assigned production lines.
• Collaborate with QA, Gatekeeper, and Production for smooth movement of raw product.
• Assist in unloading, transport, and put away of inbound raw product.
• Complete required reports and paperwork on time.
• Inspect powered jacks/trucks for safe operation.
• Must become certified to operate powered jacks/trucks.
• Ensure accurate, timely, efficient workflow for all tasks.
• Document all duties for the assigned function.
• Communicate with supervisor, clerks, production, and QA as needed.
• Keep dock area and raw coolers clean and orderly.
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

Documentation

Cold environment

Weekend work

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for the accurate and timely providing of raw product to the assigned production lines.

Forklift Driver – Receiving

Summary

This position is responsible for the accurate and timely providing of raw product to the assigned production lines.

Job Essential Functions

• Maintain a constant flow of raw products onto assigned production lines.
• Work closely with QA, Gatekeeper, and Production to ensure smooth movement of acceptable raw product.
• Assist in unloading, transport, and put away of inbound raw product.
• Timely completion of all required reports and paperwork.
• Inspect powered jacks/trucks for operating conditions and safety.
• Must become certified in the operation of powered jacks/trucks.
• Accurate, timely, and efficient workflow for all assignments.
• Perform all documentation necessary to assigned function.
• Communicate with supervisor, assistant supervisor, clerks, production, and QA as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area, including dock area and raw coolers.
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned.
• Must be able to work outside when needed in any weather conditions.

Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Safe driving record
• Able to complete documentation requirements
• Capable of working in a cold (32-36 degrees F) and wet environment
• Flexible schedule with ability to work weekends
• Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese
• Forklift certified
• Salary: $23.07 per hour