Fruit Processing Forklift Operator

Lassonde-1; Wapato (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun-Rype Products (USA), Inc. in Wapato, WA is hiring for a forklift operator to assist in fruit processing. The role involves loading and unloading trucks, staging bins for production, and ensuring proper documentation of loads.

Starting pay is $19-$20 per hour. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of fruit industry experience, and be able to work any shift. A commitment to safety and continuous improvement is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year experience in the fruit industry preferred.
• Experience with forklifts and bin dumpers preferred.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Ability to work any shift.
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Load & offload trucks sorting bins and staging for production.
• Document arriving & departing trucks or loads.
• Move incoming materials to proper location or storage area.
• Label and prepare loads for shipment.
• Conduct inventory on fruit product and plant supplies.
• Introduce the raw material into the process and orderly disposition of empty fruit bins.
• Maintain a safe and courteous driving attitude.
• Others duties as assigned.

Skills

Good communication

Motivated

Accountable

Continuous improvement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Sun-Rype Products (USA), Inc. in Wapato, WA is hiring for a forklift operator to assist in fruit processing. The role involves loading and unloading trucks, staging bins for production, and ensuring proper documentation of loads.

Starting pay is $19-$20 per hour. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of fruit industry experience, and be able to work any shift. A commitment to safety and continuous improvement is required.