Lift Truck Driver 2

Blue Diamond Growers; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Diamond Growers is seeking a Powered Industrial Lift Operator to operate a forklift and move and high-stack products under GMP guidelines. The role requires forklift certification, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of lift operation experience, with the ability to lift 50 lbs and sit for extended periods.

The position supports a fast-paced warehouse environment, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and adherence to quality standards. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year industrial lift operating experience.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate a lift truck safely and efficiently in a high pace environment.
• Pull, stage, and load product as directed by leads.
• Complete daily pre-shift inspection of the lift truck.
• Set up pull-back loads and loading/unloading trucks.
• Use barcode scanning equipment as part of duties.
• Assist team with product spillage as needed.
• Maintain clean work area per GMP and safety procedures.
• High-stacking is routinely performed.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor or team lead.

Skills

Forklift operation

High-stacking test

Lifting 50 lbs

Prolonged sitting

1+ year lift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Work Shift: Grave Pay Type: Hourly Hourly Rate (if applicable): $28.40 Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable): N/A

JOB OVERVIEW

The Powered Industrial Lift Operator operates a forklift and is responsible for the movement and high stacking of product as directed by supervising personnel. Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), policies, and safety procedures will be required in every aspect of this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely and efficiently operate a lift truck moving product from one location to another in a high pace environment.
• Pulling, staging, and loading product as directed by the department lead or team leader.
• Completes daily pre-shift inspection checklist for assigned lift truck.
• Sets up pull-back driver loads and loading/unloading trucks.
• Utilizes barcode scanning equipment while performing job duties.
• Assists team members in the event of product spillage.
• Keeps work are clean according to Good Manufacturing Practices and proper safety procedures, which can include sweeping, and picking up debris from warehouse floor.
• High-stacking is expected on a routine basis.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by manager, supervisor/team lead, or department lead.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Minimum qualifications High school diploma or GED
• Forklift Certification
• General knowledge of routine maintenance and operation of a forklift
• Demonstrated ability to pass a high-stacking test
• Ability to lift minimum of 50lbs
• Ability to sit for a prolonged period of time
• At least 1-year industrial lift operating experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a standard manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery in varying work and weather conditions. You may be required to occasionally climb stairs and/or ladders.

WHY BLUE DIAMOND?

In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement.

Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.

ABOUT BLUE DIAMOND

In 1910 a cooperative of 230 California almond growers formed with the following core values: To build strong relationships among growers and with their customers; To communicate directly and honestly; and To work as a team to realize the best return on their investment. More than a century later, Blue Diamond Growers still adheres to these values at every level of our operation. Our employees are strongly committed to the brand and to each other - the word "family" is often used to describe our culture. Today, Blue Diamond Growers represents more than 3,000 almond growers in California - the state that provides over 80% of the world's supply. We are one of the most recognized food brands in the world, with annual sales exceeding $1billion. We believe in transparency and honest communication. Our work style is team-based, working together to innovate, process, and distribute the best almond products to the world. After more than 100 years, our core values of integrity, partnership, innovation and quality remain strong. Our commitment to excellence has driven Blue Diamond's unprecedented growth, innovation, high quality, and value. You'll find these values at work throughout our company. We strive for a diverse workforce, always aiming for greater levels of inclusion.

• In addition to a robust benefits package, we offer an employee wellness and fitness program, in which a majority of our workforce currently participates.