Forklift Operator - Full-Time with Benefits

Perricone Juices; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Perricone Farms, a leading citrus juice supplier in Fort Pierce, FL, is seeking a Forklift Operator. This fast-paced, full-time role requires operating a sit-down forklift, unloading fruit bins, and organizing pallets for efficient processing.

English fluency and forklift certification are required, with Spanish a plus. The position reports to the Operations Manager and offers a competitive hourly rate, day and night shifts, and a benefits package including health, vision, dental, life and 401K.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Forklift and Pallet Jack certification
• Spanish language skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift in the plant, navigating tight spaces
• Unload trailers with fruit bins upon arrival
• Organize products in the east lot for easy identification and processing
• Supply bins, tri-walls, or boxes of fruit to the grading line for extraction
• Load and unload products onto trailers for vendor pick-up
• Move drums to the conveyor at stations as needed
• Provide forklift services to various departments as required
• Keep track of inventory on-site

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet Jack certification

Job description

Perricone Farms, a leading citrus juice supplier in Fort Pierce, FL, is seeking a Forklift Operator. This fast-paced, full-time role requires operating a sit-down forklift, unloading fruit bins, and organizing pallets for efficient processing.

English fluency and forklift certification are required, with Spanish a plus. The position reports to the Operations Manager and offers a competitive hourly rate, day and night shifts, and a benefits package including health, vision, dental, life and 401K.