Forklift Operator​/Warehouse Worker

Job Title

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Worker

$21.40/hr - $21.40/hr

Warehouse

Supervisor

Thursday – Saturday alternating every other Sunday, 6:00 am – 6:00 pm.

The Forklift Operator / Warehouse Worker helps manage inventory of food products at each stage of the production process, which includes receiving inbound freight, staging goods for production, and loading outbound shipments of finished products. Warehouse Workers will regularly be expected to accurately perform cycle counts and transfer inventory using the MRP system. Additionally, Warehouse Workers should have experience using pallet jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks.

• Facilitate inventory control including daily cycle counts and replenish inventory as directed.
• Load and unload freight trucks using a forklift; pick and stage raw goods for production orders.
• Verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment and production to meet quality and productivity standards.
• Compare identifying information and counts, weigh, or measure items of incoming and outgoing product to verify information against bills of lading, orders, or other records.
• Understand quality standards, methods, and reporting as required.
• Proper use of safety devices, such as lock‑out, as required.
• Hold forklift certification.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervision.

• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Basic machine operations
• Communication
• Product knowledge
• Product movement
• Production staging
• Productivity
• Quality standards
• Safe work habits

• Place high priority on food safety, quality, and sanitation by understanding and executing Thrive Freeze Dry's food safety, quality, and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Hold self and others accountable to Thrive Freeze Dry food safety, quality, & sanitation guidelines and policies by communicating any food safety or quality incident, observation, or opportunity to your leadership team or teammates.
• Adhere to and ensure product safety and quality standards are followed.
• Adhere to and ensure GMPs regarding food contact packaging as it pertains to the employee.
• Adhere to and ensure Thrive's food safety, product defense standards and quality objectives comply with all SQF system requirements.

• Forklift certification, with at least 1 year of forklift experience, or equivalent operating equipment experience required.
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management.
• Strong attention to detail, quality orientation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team‑oriented with strong collaboration skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable and punctual for assigned shifts or tasks.

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; frequent fine finger dexterity.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks over an 8‑hour period.
• The job is performed under occasional temperature variations and in a food manufacturing production environment.
• Unrestricted visual and audio abilities are required for the safety of all employees.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and assist in lifting up to 150 lbs. with assistance.

Entry level

Full‑time

Distribution and Supply Chain

Truck Transportation

Thrive Freeze Dry is an Equal Opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.