Plant Laborer & Forklift Operator

Baker Commodities Inc; Kerman (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical, dental and vision

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Retirement plan available

Job summary

Baker Commodities, California is seeking a Laborer to maintain a clean, safe work environment and perform material handling within the plant yard. The role requires forklift operation, attention to safety, and adherence to CMPAF and APPI procedures.

The position includes driving forklifts, cleaning equipment, recording sanitation proof, and supporting equipment maintenance. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50–60 lbs and pass travel requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a production setting preferred.
• Must be able to climb and not be afraid of heights.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Less than 5% travel requirement.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move material within or near plant yard upon receipt of work order or oral instructions.
• Drive forklift, tractor trailer and skip loader within the plant yard.
• Clean/wash work area, machines or equipment throughout the plant.
• Shovel loose material into hoppers or trash hoppers.
• Remove trash from plant, locker room, lunchroom, parking lot and surrounding areas.
• Clean and sanitize cooking processing equipment (cookers, augers, process tanks, tankers, etc…).
• Record proof of cleaning and sanitation.
• Paint equipment, as necessary.
• Operate process equipment as instructed.
• Must become knowledgeable of CMPAF (Cattle Material Prohibited in Animal Feed) and APPI (Animal Protein Producers Industry) Material Procedure and documentation.
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner.
• Follow department and company procedures.
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company.
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time are business needs evolve over time.

Skills

Forklift operation

Production environment

Height awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Baker Commodities, California is seeking a Laborer to maintain a clean, safe work environment and perform material handling within the plant yard. The role requires forklift operation, attention to safety, and adherence to CMPAF and APPI procedures.

The position includes driving forklifts, cleaning equipment, recording sanitation proof, and supporting equipment maintenance. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50–60 lbs and pass travel requirements.