Warehouse Technician (Forklift Operator) - 1st Shift

CATALLIA MEXICAN FOODS, LLC; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Catallia Mexican Foods is hiring a 1st Shift Warehouse Technician Sit-Down Forklift Operator to support shipping, receiving and warehousing duties in our plant. The role requires operating sit-down electric forklifts and pallet jacks, with emphasis on accuracy, safety and teamwork.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2 years of warehouse experience, and the ability to lift 60 pounds. Biweekly Saturday overtime may be required to meet operational needs; good communication and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years' experience in warehouse operations (order picking, shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks).
• Experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production to ensure materials are available on time.
• Visually inspect inbound loads and verify quality.
• Document incoming shipments per guidelines.
• Load outbound shipments and record details.
• Rotate inventory using FIFO methods.
• Keep dock and storage areas clean and organized.
• Interact with drivers, delivery personnel, and contractors.
• Operate sit-down electric forklift and electric pallet jack.
• Adhere to company policies and participate in safety programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load/unload trucks

Effective communication

English proficiency

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electric forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Duties

We are currently hiring for a 1st Shift Warehouse Technician Sit-Down Forklift Operator for our warehouse team.

1st Shift - 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

**To meet operational needs, occasional biweekly Saturday overtime will be part of our standard schedule.**

Opportunity awaits you at CATALLIA MEXICAN FOODS! Do you want to work for a company that is committed to growing the capabilities of their employees while working in a diverse environment? Are you looking for new ways of thinking while challenging and expanding your knowledge? If so, you have come to the right place.

Catallia Core Values: Sharing our cultural traditions, Hispanic food expertise and 30 years of tortilla manufacturing experience, we work hand-in-hand with customers to deliver authentic products and innovative solutions that meet today's market needs. We honor that promise with our commitments to customer-focus collaboration, industry leading quality, innovation and team empowerment, high ethics and integrity in all partnerships, and proven food safety and personal safety standards.

Position Overview

This is a hands-on position and will require that the individual be responsible for all aspects of the shipping, receiving and warehousing functions within the plant. This individual will be responsible for contributing to a consistent, safe, and productive work environment through participation in corporate programs.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Works with production to ensure materials are available in a timely manner.
• Visually inspects and counts inbound loads to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Confirms that the documentation for incoming shipments is in accordance with established guidelines.
• Loads and accurately documents outbound shipments of finished product.
• Rotates inventory according to first in, first out guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of dock and storage areas.
• Interact with a wide variety of drivers, delivery personnel and contractors.
• Previous experience in order picking, shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks.
• Knowledge and experience in driving electric forklift - sit-down only.
• Operation of electric pallet jack.

General Responsibilities

• Adheres to operational and personnel policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in Food Safety and Food Defense related activities.
• Perform additional duties as directed.

Education & Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 2 years' experience in warehouse operations (order picking, shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks)
• Experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Specific Competencies

• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to become forklift certified.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
• English language proficiency, both written and verbal.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately and completely.
• Ability to identify problems and react appropriately.

General Competencies

• Ability to work alone or on teams.
• Self-motivated.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Commitment to process improvement.

Catallia Mexican Foods is an Equal/Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$23.00 - $23.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55121

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

8a78839f9f4435e9019f629ebd5a1594

Job Benefits

Not specified