Forklift Operator III

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to collaborate onsite 5x/w

Competitive salary and benefits

Comprehensive onboarding and training

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation in Turlock, CA is seeking a Forklift Operator III to move goods, load/unload trucks, and support inventory management in a busy warehouse.

The role requires reading product names and codes, basic math, and clear communication with warehouse teams. You will endure wide temperature ranges and follow strict safety procedures with comprehensive onboarding.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and safety awareness.
• Experience loading/unloading trucks.
• Ability to read product names and codes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are produced in a safe and legal environment with continuous improvement.
• Maintain 5S and work safely according to Sensient policies.
• Verify pallet tags, proper pallet usage, and labeling to secure movement and space efficiency.
• Read and understand product names, codes, and tags; communicate instructions clearly.
• Work in extreme temperatures from 35°F to over 100°F; maintain safety and quality.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Loading & Unloading

Order Picking

Shipping & Receiving

Yard Goat Operation

Basic Math

English Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are seeking a Forklift Operator III to join our team in Turlock, CA. The Forklift Operator III will receive daily instruction from the Warehouse Supervisor and/or Manager including but are not limited to: Receiving and Inventorying all goods; both internal and purchased, Pulling Products for Orders, Loading and Unloading Trucks carrying inter-plant freight, Performing JDE inventory related transactions, Cycle Counting Inventory in SDF/.Net and Forklift Operation.

What you'll do:

• Ensure that all products are produced safe and legal through a positive environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Maintains the facility at all times as set by the 5S program and follows all Sensient policies, procedures, rules and regulations while working in a safe manner.
• When warehousing finished product, ensure that pallet tags are secured on upper left-hand corner of pallet and initialed to identify the movement into the row, proper pallets are used, pallets of bags have a label on all four sides and that all packaging containers are free from any damage. Also, combine partial pallets as needed to save on warehousing space.
• Ability to read and understand Product Names, Codes and Tags, comprehend and communicate instructions, problems and questions.
• Willing to work in extreme temperatures, ranging from 35˚ F to over 100˚ F
• Must have ability to read and write English, complete simple math computations (+, -, x, ÷), and communicate with a wide range of individuals and functional areas
• Communicate to supervisor as needed if any help is needed on the maintenance or operation of the equipment and performs any other tasks required or assigned by the supervisor or member of management.

What you’ll bring:

• Basic Forklift Operator duties such as loading or unloading product from incoming and/or outgoing trucks and stacking them to assigned places/locations while operating forklift in a safe manor and working safely around heavy forklift traffic,
• A solid and demonstrated warehouse experience to include the ability to load and unload trucks.
• The ability to scan, pick, and pull orders and basic computer understanding to produce reports and track/trace product as needed.
• Perform shipping and receiving functions, and ability to operate a Yard Goat.
• The ability to occasionally and safely roll drums up to 315 lbs., and lifting properly up to 75 lbs. at a time while wearing applicable Personal Protective Equipment and following all Safety Regulations.
• The ability to work in extreme temperatures ranging from 35 to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noises, airborne food particles (dust), and forklift fumes.
• High School Graduate or GED, required.

What you’ll get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

ABOUT SENSIENT:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

ABOUT SENSIENT AGRICULTURAL INGREDIENTS:

Sensient Agricultural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Agricultural Ingredients unit is located in Turlock, California.

The salary range for this position is $29.62. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Turlock, CA and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.