Forklift Operator - Food Warehouse (Onsite, Growth)

Ventura Foods; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-cost medical & dental benefits

Employee appreciation programs

Competitive starting hourly rate

Job summary

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered trucks to load, unload, and move materials and finished goods within a warehouse. You will use an RF scanner to ensure accurate movements and adhere to GMPs and FSMA requirements.

Preferred candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year in a warehouse setting, with a valid forklift license and ability to pass both skills and written tests. This role is onsite with typical 8–12 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in a warehouse/distribution environment preferred.
• Forklift driver license and ability to pass skills/written tests required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the RF handheld scanner.
• Verify carrier and pallet quantity before loading; inspect pallets and trailers for damage and GMP compliance.
• Unload packaging and transfer products; complete load sheets; verify codes and labels for allergens.
• Perform pre-op forklift inspection; manage batteries per SOPs.
• Ensure assigned warehouse aisles are clean and well maintained.
• Operate pallet inverter/changer and stretch wrap machine as needed.
• Put away pallets from production lines or receiving dock.
• Adhere to all food safety policies, GMPs, FSMA, and preventive controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math skills

Communication skills

Food safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered trucks to load, unload, and move materials and finished goods within a warehouse. You will use an RF scanner to ensure accurate movements and adhere to GMPs and FSMA requirements.

Preferred candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year in a warehouse setting, with a valid forklift license and ability to pass both skills and written tests. This role is onsite with typical 8–12 hour shifts.