Forklift Operator Warehouse-2nd Shift

Furmano's

Pennsylvania

On-site

USD 23,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Employee profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Furmano Foods in Northumberland, PA, is looking for a full-time Warehouse Forklift Operator to join their team. Responsibilities include sorting and cleaning during Q.C. projects, repairing pallets, and maintaining safety standards.

The candidate must have at least 2 years of forklift experience, work well with minimal supervision, and be fluent in English. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible work schedule with potential for additional shift incentives.

Qualifications

Must have 2 years of warehouse forklift operator experience.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Fluent in English, able to read, write, and speak.

Responsibilities

Sort, clean, and strip Q.C. projects.
Repair and sort pallets, able to handle heavy loads.
Maintain cleanliness and BRC compliance.
Assist and communicate to ensure teamwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Basic math

Job description

At Furmano Foods, you’re joining a values-driven company with a purpose far greater than profit. Since 1921, we’ve stayed true to our farm, faith, and family roots—nourishing our customers, team members, partners, the land, and the future. We take pride in crafting quality, shelf-stable foods including beans, tomatoes, ancient grains, and vegetables for retail and foodservice markets nationwide. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dedication to sustainability, we offer team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact while upholding a legacy of quality, service, and stewardship.

Duties and Responsibilities:

2. Q.C. Projects—sorting, cleaning, stripping
3. Repair and Sort Pallets - must be able to flip pallets with or without assistance
4. Hand load containers
5. Cleaning project as assigned to maintain BRC compliance.
6. Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by acting, communicating and helping co-workers.
7. Set the next shift up for success.
8. Effective cross-departmental communication.
9. All other jobs assigned by supervisor.
10. Maintain a clean work environment throughout shift. Area should be clean and fully stocked or prepared for the following shift.

Skills and Abilities

1. Must be able to work without direct supervision.
2. Flexible—able to change focus
3. Good time management
4. Willing to help others
5. Ability to learn and adapt to various positions
6. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English
7. Must be able to drive Forklift.
8. Must have full peripheral vision and depth perception.
9. Basic math (Example, how many pallets needed to complete an order)

Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of area supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement:
Occasional - 1/3 or less
Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3
Continuous – 2/3 or more

Standing: Frequent to Continuous
Walking: Frequent to Continuous
Sitting: Minimal (See Operating Equipment)
Lifting: Occasional to frequent (heavy duty position / ability to lift 100lbs)
Carrying: Dependent on jobs assigned
Climbing: Minimal
Climbing Stairs: Minimal
Climbing ladders: NA
Crawling: NA
Working in kneeling position: NA
Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Occasional to Frequent
Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous
Reaching: Frequent to Occasional
Bending: Occasional to frequent
Driving: Forklift - Occasional to Frequent
Pushing and Pulling: Occasional
Hand Movement: Manual dexterity
Simple grasping: frequent Fine manipulation: NA
Operating Equipment: Can be Continuous ex. Forklift, britestacker, depalletizer
Position Requirements: Adaptable and flexible—able to change focus quickly and often.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: up to $20.64 per hour

Earn Bonus Incentives:

Differential for 2nd shift -$1.00 per hour
Attendance Bonus -$0.50 per hour

Learning the different routes of the forklift earn up to an additional $0.35 per hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule:

Hours:2nd Shift - 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

This position typically follows the hours of the shift scheduled to work; however, working days may vary based on season.

Typically, Monday through Friday. Very often Saturday. 12 hours Shifts may be required during busy times.

Saturdays can be made mandatory based on labeling, shipping or other operational needs. Expect Saturday work Sept-Dec.

Note: (Specific Training will be 1st shift 7am-3pm for up to 17 days)

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee Profit Sharing
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Onsite Nurse
Corporate Chaplain
Dependent Scholarship Assistance Program

Ability to commute/relocate:

Northumberland, PA 17857: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations