Forklift Operator III

Agricultural Ingredients N. America; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Agricultural Ingredients, a unit of Sensient Technologies, is seeking a Forklift Operator III in Turlock, CA to support daily warehouse operations, receiving, storing, picking and shipping materials while maintaining inventory and safety. You will report to the Warehouse Supervisor/Manager and work onsite five days a week.

Ongoing duties include operating forklifts and Yard Goat, using JDE for inventory, and ensuring accurate labeling, cycling counts, and clean, organized spaces.

Qualifications

• Warehouse and forklift experience required.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, and order picking.
• Proficiency with warehouse inventory systems and scanners.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and handle up to 315 lb drums with PPE.
• English reading and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, move, and store materials.
• Receive, inspect, and inventory incoming materials and finished goods.
• Pick, stage, and prepare products for shipments.
• Complete inventory transactions in JDE and assist with cycle counts.
• Maintain 5S standards and keep the warehouse clean and safe.
• Label, palletize, and store finished products per standards.
• Read and interpret product names, codes, labels, and shipping docs.
• Report equipment issues to supervisors and follow safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving

Basic computer skills

Reading/writing English

Basic math

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

JDE

SDF/.Net

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 warehouse team in Turlock, CA. In this role, you will support daily warehouse operations by receiving, storing, picking, and shipping materials while maintaining accurate inventory and operating equipment safely. You will report to the Warehouse Supervisor and/or Warehouse Manager.

What You'll Do:

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, move, and store materials.
• Receive, inspect, and inventory incoming materials and finished goods.
• Pick, stage, and prepare products for customer and inter-plant shipments.
• Complete inventory transactions in JDE and assist with cycle counts using SDF/.Net and ensure accurate inventory and warehouse organization.
• Follow 5S standards and keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe.
• Ensure finished products are properly labeled, palletized, and stored according to company standards.
• Read and interpret product names, codes, labels, and shipping documentation.
• Communicate equipment issues or operational concerns to supervisors while following all company safety policies, procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Previous warehouse and forklift operating experience, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, and order picking.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use warehouse inventory systems and scanners.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including a forklift and Yard Goat.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and occasionally roll drums weighing up to 315 lbs using proper safety procedures and required PPE.
• Ability to work in warehouse conditions, including temperatures ranging from 35°F to over 100°F, loud noise, dust, and forklift traffic.

What you’ll bring:

• High School Graduate or GED, required.
• 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. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

About Sensient Agricultural Ingredients:

The Sensient Agricultural Ingredients group is part of Sensient Flavors & Fragrances Group and is one of the largest producers and distributors 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 hourly range for this position is $29.62 USD. 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.