Night Forklift Loader: FIFO & Load Dock Pro

Diamond Pet Foods; Ripon (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Pet Foods is seeking a Warehouse Loader in Ripon, CA. The role focuses on accurate loading of finished goods using forklifts and trailer spotting equipment, with emphasis on damage-free handling and routine equipment maintenance.

Applicants should have a CA driver’s license, forklift experience, RF scanning knowledge, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Overtime is mandatory; night shifts run 6pm–6:25am with bi‑weekly rotation, and SOPs/GMP/HACCP rules apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CA driver's license.
• 2yrs + experience driving a sit-down forklift
• Understanding of RF Scanning and warehouse logistics loading and unloading
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening (drug screen, background check, and physical.)
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, easily get on and off forklifts, and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Understand and perform various loading procedures for all types of shipments and materials.
• Follow protocols for using and operating IFS scanners, filling out load sheets, weight tickets, etc.
• Ensure to load only damage-free product, providing the best of quality to our customers, while addressing any damaged product.
• Check truck drivers in and out of the facility in a professional and efficient manner.
• Support and assist production staff as needed.
• Practice First-In-First-Out finished product, inventory management system.
• Stage mixed and partial pallets for upcoming shipments and communicate statuses to staff.
• Perform daily inspections on loading dock equipment and trailer spotting equipment.
• Understand and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMP's, and HACCP.
• Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation.
• Keep work area clean and maintain assigned portion of master sanitation schedule.
• Report all safety violations to the supervisor immediately and follow all safety protocols and procedures, as well as always wearing required PPE.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by the supervisor to be accepted with a positive and professional attitude.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Warehouse logistics

Sit-down forklift experience

Education

CA driver's license

Pre-employment screening completed

Loading procedures experience

Job description

Diamond Pet Foods is seeking a Warehouse Loader in Ripon, CA. The role focuses on accurate loading of finished goods using forklifts and trailer spotting equipment, with emphasis on damage-free handling and routine equipment maintenance.

Applicants should have a CA driver’s license, forklift experience, RF scanning knowledge, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Overtime is mandatory; night shifts run 6pm–6:25am with bi‑weekly rotation, and SOPs/GMP/HACCP rules apply.