Forklift Operator Stacker / Seasonal

Neil Jones Food Company; Firebaugh (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Neil Jones Food Company in Firebaugh, CA is seeking a Seasonal Forklift Operator Stacker to safely move and stack products during the fresh-pack season. You will operate forklifts, palletize, and transfer stock according to put-away directives at our TomaTek plant.

Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years forklift experience, be safety-minded, and able to read and follow procedures. Weekend and extended hours during peak season are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years forklift experience.
• Safety first mentality.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English to read and interpret documents, complete required documentation, and communicate with co-workers and management.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently at the TomaTek plant in Firebaugh, CA.
• Stack and move pallets; ensure correct put-away per directives.
• Perform pre- and post-inspections of forklifts (PID).
• Inventory pallets and record placement by location.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Basic math

English literacy

Job description

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E4 - Seasonal - Union Firebaugh, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3764

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a Seasonal Forklift Operator Stacker to stack products safely, properly, and adhere to all directives given for daily functions, other duties assigned as needed. Tasks may include many assignments when production is not in operation. This role will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of a forklift, put away, and transfer of stock from one location to another using a variety of different forklift types, including electric and propane lifts, at our TomaTek plant in Firebaugh, CA. This is a seasonal position supporting our fresh pack season, typically June – October.

• Pre & post inspections of Power Industrial Truck (PID) or forklift.
• Final inspection of all pallets prior to being put away or during put away.
• Identifying all product is tagged and approved to be moved, all like item product must be put away in the same location and follows all put away directives given at pre-shift meetings.
• Proper inventorying of product at put away locations, and records number of pallets placed in row during placement.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of forklift experience and ability to pass a pre-employment skills assessment by a trainer on staff.
• Safety first mentality.
• Basic math skills.
• Abilityto read, write and speak English to be able to read and interpret documents, completed required documentation, and speak effectively to co-workers, supervisors, and upper management.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, work extended hours, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically July to early October.
• Eligible for paid sick leave

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.