Live Receiving Forklift Operator

farmerfocus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Paid time off

Sick leave

Medical coverage (semi-subsidized)

Dental and vision plan options

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement opportunities

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Learning, development, and career grow

Careers growth programs

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Live Receiving Operator to safely unload and load live bird cage racks from trucks, using lift equipment on-site in Liberty, VA. The role requires adherence to humane handling policies and company procedures in all weather conditions.

You will operate forklift equipment, rotate through live hang rotations, and support a clean, organized work area while meeting production timelines and safety standards. Full-time, on-site position with first shift duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification.
• Must pass drug and alcohol test post-offer and before start of employment.
• Authorized to work in the United States under IRCA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Unload cage racks from trucks to the loading dock safely and efficiently.
• Load empty cages back onto trucks.
• Operate forklift equipment in tight, congested areas following safety policies.
• Work in all-weather environments and maintain a clean work area.
• Rotate through live hang rotations as needed.
• Assist with removing truck plastic covers and unstrapping cages.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Overtime readiness

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Farmer Focus is seeking a Live Receiving Operator to safely unload and load live bird cage racks from trucks, using lift equipment on-site in Liberty, VA. The role requires adherence to humane handling policies and company procedures in all weather conditions.

You will operate forklift equipment, rotate through live hang rotations, and support a clean, organized work area while meeting production timelines and safety standards. Full-time, on-site position with first shift duties.