Forklift Operator

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Routinely operates a forklift or reach lift to receive, load, unload, move stock, inventory, or equipment as needed within a warehouse, production, or packing house environment. Duties include: 

Job Description:

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, or other machinery
• Inspects equipment before use and reports malfunctions, repairs needed, or concerns.
• Maintain inventory of supplies. Rotate stock as required.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information
• Read work orders to receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or equipment needs.
• Stack cargo in locations as required using forklifts, pallet jacks, or cargo boards.
• Ensures that all equipment is in safe and operating status. Ensures that any issues are addressed and corrected in a timely manner.

• Identify damage, and report shortages and quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials, ingredients, or inventory to workstations. 

• Complete paperwork as necessary and in a timely manner.

• Observes mechanical devices in operation, listen to their sounds, and may troubleshoot equipment to locate causes of trouble.

• Supervise and ensure that the warehouse is cleaned regularly, including waste disposal as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Manager or Warehouse Manager
• Performs other duties as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Previous experience on forklifts preferred.
• Experience using an Inventory Scan gun and Warehouse Inventory System is preferred.
• Ability to become a certified operator before operating equipment.
• Must have a clean driving record and the ability to operate equipment safely.
• Experience working in a chilled food factory or related environment is preferred.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Safe work practices common to the trades.
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) helpful
• Basic computer skills (Word and Excel) preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safe work practices in a food warehouse or manufacturing environment

• Ability to work in a cold/ damp environment for extended periods
• Must be able to complete common paperwork related to shipping, receiving, and material handling.
• Ability to read computer-generated reports
• Must have strong interpersonal and employee relation skills
• Ability to read, comprehend and speak professionally with team members
• Must have basic mathematical skills

Pay Range

• The base hourly wage we reasonably expect to pay for this role is $17.60 - $19.10
• New hires start at $19.00
• The actual hourly wage for this role will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills and experience.
• Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

WORK DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this Job, work is primarily performed in a chilled environment or maintenance shop. Regularly required to stand, walk, squat, stoop, bend, reach, talk, or hear. Required to use hands and fingers, finger, handle, lift, feel, push, or pull objects. Exerts up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently.  Often required to lift and carry 10 lbs force constantly to move objects. Exposed to chilled or warm temperatures within the operation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Calavo Growers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Calavo is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Calavo are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Calavo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Salary : $18 - $19