Pallet Jack Operator – 1st Shift On-site

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Paid time off

Sick leave

Medical coverage (semi-subsidized)

Dental coverage

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Learning, development & career growth

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Jack Operator for the Acorn Facility on-site, 1st shift. The role involves moving product with pallet jacks, picking and packing orders, and supporting plant operations. Compensation is $18.50 per hour and the position is full-time and non-exempt.

The Jack Driver will work in a poultry production environment, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and collaborate with supervisors to meet shipping deadlines. On-site work only with no travel required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand English and identify items on paperwork.
• Ability to communicate verbally with supervisors and associates.
• Ability and willingness to be trained to safely operate an electric pallet jack.
• Ability to work overtime as needed based on production and business needs.
• Willingness to work in a poultry production environment, including damp, cold, wet, warm, and chilled areas.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
• New team members must be able to pass a drug and alcohol post-offer and prior to the start of their employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate electric and/or manual pallet jacks to move product in and out of coolers, freezers, shipping areas, delivery platforms, and other designated plant locations.
• Efficiently pick customer orders for shipment and ensure the correct number and type of product is loaded and transported to the required area.
• Assemble various types of merchandise for shipment and carry or transport orders using material handling equipment.
• Stencil, tag, or mark orders as requested to support accurate shipment preparation.
• Repack and weigh orders requiring additional handling when necessary and report any quality variances.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks and assist with special projects as assigned, including supporting repairs, installations, adjustments, parts replacement, and routine or preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area in accordance with company safety, quality, and sanitation expectations.
• Communicate verbally with supervisors and associates regarding work assignments, product movement, quality concerns, and operational needs.
• Perform other job duties as needed or assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Read English

Verbal communication

Pallet jack training

Overtime readiness

Work in poultry environment

Drug test pass

US work authorization

IRCA compliance

Job description

Farmer Focus is seeking a Jack Operator for the Acorn Facility on-site, 1st shift. The role involves moving product with pallet jacks, picking and packing orders, and supporting plant operations. Compensation is $18.50 per hour and the position is full-time and non-exempt.

The Jack Driver will work in a poultry production environment, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and collaborate with supervisors to meet shipping deadlines. On-site work only with no travel required.