Onsite Forklift Operator – Food Warehouse

Ventura Foods; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator in Birmingham, AL to load and unload materials and move products between storage areas. Use RF scanners to ensure accurate transactions and maintain GMP compliance on the warehouse floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of experience, and forklift certification. Onsite work, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits, awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must have forklift certification and ability to pass related tests.
• Strong math skills and basic reading/writing communication.
• Ability to identify food safety concerns and report them.
• Experience in warehouse/distribution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate RF handheld scanner to confirm transactions.
• Verify carrier and pallet quantities using load sheet before loading.
• Inspect pallets and trailers to prevent damage and ensure GMPs.
• Perform pre-op forklift inspection and battery care per SOPs.
• Ensure warehouse aisles are clean and well maintained.
• Operate pallet inverter/changer and stretch wrap when needed.
• Put away FG pallets from production or receiving docks.
• Adhere to SQF, GMPs, FSMA and preventive controls.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Math skills

Communication

Food safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

1 year of experience

Warehouse distribution environment experience preferred

Tools

RF scanner

Forklift operation

Job description

Ventura Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator in Birmingham, AL to load and unload materials and move products between storage areas. Use RF scanners to ensure accurate transactions and maintain GMP compliance on the warehouse floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of experience, and forklift certification. Onsite work, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits, awaits the right candidate.