Material Handler/Forklift Driver - Main Plant Nights

Nature's Path; Blaine, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Vision and Dental insurance

3 plan options

Life and Disability plans

EAP with Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Vacation and Sick Time

11 Paid Holidays

Night shift differential

Monthly attendance incentive

Shoe allowance

Job summary

Nature’s Path Foods is seeking a Material Handler/Forklift Driver for the main plant nights in Blaine, WA. You will operate forklifts, conduct safety checks, and support daily production and warehouse tasks while working with a cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes adherence to GMPs, quality standards, and accurate documentation. Night shift includes a differential and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities to mentor new team members.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months forklift operating experience required.
• Strong attention to safety, quality and detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Comfortable working nights in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts per plant rules and safety regulations.
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections and report issues.
• Ensure proper charging and care of forklift equipment.
• Complete and maintain pallets, slip sheets, WIP docs and finished goods labelling.
• Verify products meet quality standards set by Management and QA.
• Label, stage, and prepare finished goods for shipping.
• Maintain operator logs and clear handoffs with team members.
• Participate in handover meetings and Lean initiatives.
• Follow GMPs and food safety requirements.
• Support other tasks as assigned by Warehouse Manager or Shift Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

English communication

Night shift experience

Teamwork

Job description

Material Handler/Forklift Driver - Main Plant Nights

Job Category : Operations

Requisition Number : MATER002480

Full-Time

Locations

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Blaine
Blaine, WA 98230, USA

Description

Location: Blaine, WA

Shift: 4 on / 4 off – Nights (7:00 PM–7:30 AM)

Wage: $22.28–$25.54/hour + $1.50/hour night shift differential (6:00 PM–6:00 AM)

About the Role

At Nature’s Path Foods, our Forklift Drivers play a critical role in keeping our operations running safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you’ll work closely with the Driving Team and cross-functional partners to support daily production and warehouse activities. You may also help guide team members who are new to the role or department.

You’ll be accountable for the safe operation and care of assigned equipment, while ensuring all work aligns with safety, quality, and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts in accordance with plant rules and safety regulations
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections and report any issues to the Leadership Team
• Ensure proper charging and care of forklift equipment
• Accurately complete and maintain all required paperwork, including pallets, slip sheets, WIP documentation, and finished goods labelling
• Verify that products meet quality standards set by Management and Quality Assurance
• Label, stage, and prepare finished goods for shipping
• Maintain detailed operator logs and complete clear handoffs with oncoming team members
• Participate in shift handover meetings, pre-shift meetings, and Lean initiatives
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety requirements
• Support other tasks as assigned by the Warehouse Manager or Shift Supervisor

What You Bring

• Minimum 6–12 months of forklift operating experience
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Comfortable working nights and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments

Benefits and Perks:

• $1,000 sign-on bonus! (New employees only, not valid for individuals previously employed within 5 years)
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision and Dental insurance plans, 3 excellent plans to choose from
• Complimentary Life and Disability plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Get Fit reimbursement program towards fitness/wellness,(up to $300/yr)
• Employee Discount on Nature's Path Products
• 401(k) Savings and with the company match of up to 4%
• Vacation and Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Maternal Salary Continuance
• Monthly attendance incentive - $80
• Night Shift Differential - $1.50/hour
• Clean Energy Vehicle Program - $1000/ every 5 years
• Team Member Referral Bonus
• $145 annual shoe allowance through our Online Safety Shoe Program

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