Manufacturing - Shipping Forklift Operator

Manufacturing - Shipping Forklift Operator

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Responsible for safely loading outbound yogurt pallets, pulling and staging customer orders, and supporting warehouse and shipping operators using a stand‑up forklift. This role ensures accurate, timely, and food‑safe shipment of refrigerated dairy products while complying with all GMP, HACCP, SQF, and safety standards.

Full‑time opportunity. 10‑hour shift Wednesday through Saturday (06:00 AM to 04:30 PM). Up to $23 per hour, depending on knowledge, skill, and experience.
Benefits include 401K match up to 7% annually, referral bonus programs ($750–$1,500), comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA & HSA programs, education assistance, paid time off (7 core holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 volunteer days, up to 15 days prorated vacation), premium pay for Sundays and core holidays, and more.

• Operate a stand‑up forklift to load outbound pallets onto trailers in accordance with shipping schedules.
• Pull, stage, and verify orders using pick lists, RF scanners, and SAP WMS instructions.
• Confirm correct SKU, flavor, pack size, lot codes, and expiration dates prior to shipment.
• Ensure pallets are properly wrapped, labeled, and temperature protected.
• Maintain FIFO/FEFO practices to ensure compliance.
• Scan pallets and record inventory movements accurately in SAP WMS.
• Perform pre‑shift forklift inspections and report equipment or safety issues immediately.
• Maintain clean and organized dock and staging areas to meet food safety requirements.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation standards.
• Communicate with warehouse, production, and quality teams regarding product availability and shipment issues.
• Assist with other warehouse or shipping duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 or more years of stand‑up forklift experience in a food manufacturing or cold‑storage environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and cold‑chain handling strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow shipping documents, labels, and lot/date codes.
• Experience with RF and SAP preferred.
• Knowledge of computer fundamentals and strong math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to stand and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to work in cold and refrigerated environments (35–45 °F).
• Ability to work around moving equipment and loading docks.
• Must follow all safety policies, forklift certification requirements, and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures as applicable.

At Lactalis, we are an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.