Forklift Operator - Production & Inventory Lead (1st Shift)

TreeHouse Foods; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Wellness programs

Inclusive workplace

Career growth support

Employee recognition

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator (Production Runner) to manage inbound materials, inbound/outbound goods, and inventory control on 1st shift 5:00am–1:30pm, with occasional Saturdays.

You will operate a stand-up reach forklift, inspect receipts, stock materials, rotate inventory, and ensure quality and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork within a full-time production environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Ability to operate a stand-up reach forklift.
• Must have the ability to read and understand production schedules and procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations to count product and fill orders.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, date, record, and mark all inbound receipts.
• Stock inbound receipts in designated storage areas.
• Rotate raw materials and packaging supplies. FIFO (First In First Out).
• Conduct inventory counts on packaging and raw materials.
• Pick, count and ship finished goods accurately on assigned shifts.
• Accurately unload, separate, count and stock incoming finished goods.
• Assist with inventory control of finished products.
• Monitor quality control of products and do not ship damaged goods.
• Change forklift batteries to insure proper charging.
• Employees must adhere to all company policies, plant rules and safety regulations as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Comply with FDA, OSHA, EPA and all other regulatory agencies.

Skills

Read production schedules

Basic math calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stand-up reach forklift

Job description

TreeHouse Foods in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator (Production Runner) to manage inbound materials, inbound/outbound goods, and inventory control on 1st shift 5:00am–1:30pm, with occasional Saturdays.

You will operate a stand-up reach forklift, inspect receipts, stock materials, rotate inventory, and ensure quality and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork within a full-time production environment.