Forklift Operator Trainee - Warehouse - 3rd shift

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off from day one

Job summary

Lactalis USA is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator for the Buffalo, NY facility. This 3rd shift role requires handling shipping/receiving duties and daily computer transactions within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include safe forklift operation, completing safety checks, documenting inbound paperwork, and maintaining FIFO stock rotation. Perks include a comprehensive Total Rewards Program and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting, ideally with perishable/dry goods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with inventory control, cycle counts, and FIFO processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently in a busy warehouse.
• Document safety checks on tow motor before use.
• Maintain accurate inbound paperwork and daily movement sheets.
• Rotate stock using FIFO and select parts for production needs.
• Keep work area clean and maintain RF terminals.
• Communicate openly with production teams and report damages.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Inventory control

FIFO processes

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid driver''s license

Tools

AS400 Prism

Job description

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours:

Forklift Operator based in Buffalo, New York.

3rd shift - weekend work required.

Summary: Performs functions directly related to a manufacturing facility. Perform shipping and receiving functions as well as computer transactions daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Operates a forklift in a safe and responsible manner.
• Documents safety checks on tow motor prior to use
• Ensures accurate documentation of all inbound paperwork.
• Completes activity movement sheets daily.
• Rotates stock in a FIFO format.
• Selects the proper product for production needs.
• Maintains a clean work environment daily.
• Maintains and operates the RF terminals daily.
• Works closely with the production departments.
• Maintains open communication between fellow workers.
• Reports any product or property damage to supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Experienced forklift operation knowledge, perishable and dry goods warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of computer software, inventory control, cycle counts, and FIFO systems formats preferred.
• AS400 Prism knowledge a plus.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Aff…

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