Forklift Operator - Onsite, 2nd Shift, Food-Grade Warehouse

Ventura Foods; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings options

Employee Appreciation Events

On-the-job training

Job summary

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload materials using a sit-down/stand-up forklift, and move products to storage areas. You will use an RF scanner to ensure accurate product movements and confirm quantities per load sheet.

Responsibilities include inspecting pallets, verifying dates, and maintaining cleanliness. Requires OSHA forklift certification, basic math, and good communication skills; prior warehouse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1 year of warehouse distribution experience preferred.
• Forklift certification and ability to pass tests required.

Responsibilities

• Operate the RF handheld scanner to log movement of goods.
• Verify carrier and pallet quantities using load sheets before loading.
• Unload, inspect, and palletize products; ensure label dates are correct.
• Perform pre‑op forklift inspections and battery maintenance.
• Keep aisles clean and report food safety concerns per SOPs.
• Follow GMPs and FSMA requirements; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Reading ability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RF scanner

Forklift license

Job description

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload materials using a sit-down/stand-up forklift, and move products to storage areas. You will use an RF scanner to ensure accurate product movements and confirm quantities per load sheet.

Responsibilities include inspecting pallets, verifying dates, and maintaining cleanliness. Requires OSHA forklift certification, basic math, and good communication skills; prior warehouse experience preferred.