Forklift Operator

Marine View Cold Storage; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine View Cold Storage is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to join our team in Burlington, WA. The role involves moving and weighing products between production lines, freezers, and coolers, as well as loading and unloading trucks and handling shipping/receiving paperwork.

Requirements include being at least 18 years old, one year forklift experience preferred, strong English reading/writing skills, and the ability to lift up to 65 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Excellent attendance is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 65 lbs and stand on your feet.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.

Responsibilities

• Moving and weighing product to and from production lines, freezers, and coolers.
• Loading and unloading trucks.
• Shipping and receiving paperwork completion.
• Other miscellaneous general warehouse support.

Skills

Excellent attendance

English language

Attention to detail

Mathematical calculations

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Seafood processing and cold storage company is looking for a Forklift Operator for full-time, year-round, employment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a leading company that has achieved several high ratings for food processing standards and safety by International Audit Firms, and the Military. We are a company that cares about its reputation and its employees.

We are expanding our cold storage and looking to hire people to grow with our company which is in our 28th year of business.

Primary Duties

• Moving and weighing product going to and from production lines, freezers, and coolers.
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Shipping and receiving paperwork completion
• Other miscellaneous general warehouse support

Hours / Days / Schedule

• Working hours are generally 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday-Friday. During peak season the job may require overtime work hours later than 4:00 pm and/or weekends. Must be available during all production hours.

Job Requirements

• Excellent attendance.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least one year forklift experience preferred. Some experience in a food processing or food manufacturing company preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write English is a necessity.
• Good oral and written communication skills imperative.
• Clear and concise handwriting is imperative.
• Excellent attention to detail and mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to work well with others and with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work on your feet.
• Must be able to work in a wet and cold environment.
• Background check and drug test required.