Forklift Operator

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients); Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

401K Match on Day 1

Job summary

ofi North America is seeking a dependable production forklift driver to support daily manufacturing needs. Reporting to the production supervisor, you will operate forklifts and material handling equipment, move materials between production, warehouse and shipping, and supply lines to sustain continuous operations.

This role requires outdoor/indoor work, exposure to heat, cold, dust, and the ability to lift 55 lb bags; weekend shifts and up to 12 hours may be required.ofi offers a competitive

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required; license not required.
• Ability to work weekends and 12-hour shifts.
• Able to work outdoors/indoors in hot/cold, noisy, and dusty environments.
• Must lift 55+/- pounds bags and boxes.
• Must follow Food Safety & Sanitation rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely.
• Transport raw materials, ingredients, packaging supplies, and finished products between production, warehouse and shipping areas.
• Supply production lines with materials needed to maintain continuous operations.
• Remove finished goods from production lines and transport them to designated storage locations.
• Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety rules adherence

Adaptability

Weekend availability

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we are with, whatever we are doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the production supervisor, the production forklift driver will be responsible for assisting in daily production needs to include general labor activities as well.

What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Transport raw materials, ingredients, packaging supplies, and finished products between production, warehouse, and shipping areas.
• Supply production lines with materials needed to maintain continuous operations.
• Remove finished goods from production lines and transport them to designated storage locations.

Experience You'll Bring – Role Requirements

• Forklift experience, license not required
• Follow safe forklift driving rules and regulations
• Work in a changing environment
• Work outdoors/indoors, in hot/cold, noisy, and dusty environments
• Enter and back out of tight spaces
• Must be able to work some weekends as needed and up to a 12-hour shift
• Ability to work in other departments and do other tasks as needed
• Physical Demands
• Twist and turn frequently while working
• Stand and work for prolonged periods
• Work from heights while wearing a safety harness
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions - heat/cold
• Routinely lift and stack 55+/- pound bags and boxes
• Understand and follow instructions
• Understand and follow all Food Safety & Sanitation rules
• Please list all forklift experience in application to be considered for this position

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role ranges from $16.01- $16.17 per hour and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life's special moments and offers Company Paid Holidays
• Rest, recover, and return strong - with paid sick leave on ofi
• Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program - 401K Match on Day 1

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.