Forklift Operator II – Fast-Paced Food Plant

Butterball; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball is hiring for a forklift operator to transport products safely within our manufacturing/warehouse environment. The role requires operating forklifts, using pallet jacks, and maintaining accurate inventory, along with daily paperwork and adherence to USDA/GMP standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms. PIT certification is required, and experience with fast-paced food production settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or related.
• Must communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment including areas with foot traffic and other material handling traffic.
• Use a handheld scanner to scan products.
• Safely operate forklifts—sit down or stand up, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or dollies to move stock or reorganize product.
• Obtain PIT certification.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management

Responsibilities

• Perform forklift checks daily to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Complete all required paperwork pertaining to product, orders, placement, inventory.
• Accountable for punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.
• Adheres to all USDA and GMP product standards and guidelines.
• Communicate with drivers, coordinators, supervisors, and managers.
• Account for all products and materials in assigned area including inventory and product location.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fast-paced environment

Handheld scanner

Forklift operation

PIT certification

Management communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Butterball is hiring for a forklift operator to transport products safely within our manufacturing/warehouse environment. The role requires operating forklifts, using pallet jacks, and maintaining accurate inventory, along with daily paperwork and adherence to USDA/GMP standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms. PIT certification is required, and experience with fast-paced food production settings is preferred.