Forklift Operator – Fast-Paced Production Support

Citizen Cider; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizen Cider in Burlington, VT is seeking a Forklift Operator to support the Operations department by safely operating forklifts and moving materials across production areas.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork with press, cellar, packaging, and warehouse staff, with training provided and potential growth within the department.

Typical duties include loading, unloading, staging, and organizing materials, while adhering to site procedures and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Strong focus on safety, organization, and cleanliness.
• Reliable, dependable and able to work in a fast-paced production setting.
• Willingness to receive training on equipment and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other powered material-handling equipment.
• Move apples, juice, pallets, and packaging materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Stage materials for pressing, production, and packaging activities.
• Maintain organization of materials in storage areas.
• Follow forklift traffic patterns and safety procedures.
• Support presses, cellar, and packaging operations as needed.
• Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse housekeeping.

Skills

Safety-minded

Mechanically inclined

Dependable

Attention to safety

Job description

Citizen Cider in Burlington, VT is seeking a Forklift Operator to support the Operations department by safely operating forklifts and moving materials across production areas.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork with press, cellar, packaging, and warehouse staff, with training provided and potential growth within the department.

Typical duties include loading, unloading, staging, and organizing materials, while adhering to site procedures and OSHA requirements.