Forklift Operator: Fast-Paced Food Plant Role

Post Holdings Inc.; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Elizabeth, New Jersey is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely operate material handling equipment for stacking, loading, unloading and moving finished goods. The role emphasizes strict safety, GMP/HACCP adherence, and accurate inventory control.

Responsibilities include loading product, conducting basic quality checks, and maintaining sanitary conditions while complying with food safety and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Power Industrial Truck Operator’s License required.
• Must operate sit-down/stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Must understand product age specs for storage to production areas.
• Exceptional attention to detail and basic computer skills.
• Ability to read simple instructions and write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts and other industrial vehicles.
• Load/unload products from trailers and store in designated areas.
• Perform FIFO procedures for materials and ingredients.
• Perform basic quality checks on finished goods.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory and report discrepancies.
• Adhere to GMP and HACCP guidelines and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma/GED

Power Industrial Truck Operator’s License

Tools

SAP

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. in Elizabeth, New Jersey is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely operate material handling equipment for stacking, loading, unloading and moving finished goods. The role emphasizes strict safety, GMP/HACCP adherence, and accurate inventory control.

Responsibilities include loading product, conducting basic quality checks, and maintaining sanitary conditions while complying with food safety and company policies.