Warehouse Worker – Food Manufacturing (Forklift Certified)

Tay Ho; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tay Ho in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a reliable Warehouse Worker with forklift certification to join our food manufacturing team. The role focuses on safe material handling and accurate inventory control to support smooth production flows.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, loading/unloading materials, selecting and shipping orders, and maintaining clean storage areas while adhering to GMP and food safety standards. PPE is required, and overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift certification and experience.
• 1-2 years warehouse experience; food industry a plus.
• Basic computer skills and ERP familiarity.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in cold or noisy environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods from trucks and prepare orders.
• Accurately pick, stage, and ship orders according to production and customer schedules.
• Perform regular inventory counts and maintain organized, clean storage areas.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, and GMP requirements.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products meet company and regulatory standards (FIFO rotation, temperature control, labeling).
• Complete and maintain shipping/receiving documentation and warehouse logs.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Report equipment issues, damaged goods, or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Barcode scanners

Job description

• Warehouse Worker – Food Manufacturing (Forklift Certified)

Warehouse Worker – Food Manufacturing (Forklift Certified)

Seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Worker to join our food manufacturing

team. The ideal candidate will have prior warehouse experience, forklift certification, and a

strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. This position plays a key role in

maintaining efficient product flow, inventory accuracy, and compliance with food safety

standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment safely and
• efficiently.
• Load and unload raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods from trucks and
• Accurately pick, stage, and ship orders according to production and customer schedules.
• Perform regular inventory counts and maintain organized, clean storage areas.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• requirements.
• Ensure all incoming and outgoing products meet company and regulatory standards
• (FIFO rotation, temperature control, labeling).
• Complete and maintain shipping/receiving documentation and warehouse logs.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Report equipment issues, damaged goods, or safety concerns promptly.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid forklift certification and demonstrated experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• 1-2 years of warehouse experience preferred; food industry experience is a plus.
• Basic computer skills (inventory systems, scanners, or ERP software).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in temperature-controlled or cold environments.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Must be dependable and able to work flexible hours, including overtime if needed.
• Food manufacturing and warehouse setting; may involve exposure to cold, wet, or noisy environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.