F2 Finish Forklift​/Pallet

Description

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Finish Forklift Stacker – Golden State Foods – Opelika, AL – Full-time | Food Manufacturing & Warehouse Operations | 2nd Shift

We are seeking a Finish Forklift Stacker to safely and efficiently handle, store, and move finished product within our cold storage environment. This role is responsible for managing freezer inventory, scanning and labeling pallets, staging products for shipment, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and experience operating forklifts in a food manufacturing or warehouse setting.

• Operate forklift safely in accordance with GSF forklift operating procedures and OSHA requirements
• Conduct daily pre-operational and safety inspections; report any damage or malfunctions before use
• Assist in freezer operations, including loading pallets into designated racks and moving finished product in a timely manner
• Maintain case sealer tape, stretch wrap supplies, and ensure case coder ink levels are adequate
• Assist with robotic palletizing equipment, including troubleshooting and replenishing pallets and pallet pads

• Obtain, verify, and apply finished product barcode labels; scan to assign pallet identification
• Manage freezer inventory to ensure accurate storage and rotation (FIFO method)
• Monitor finished product conveyor for proper operation and timely movement into the freezer
• Inspect containers for proper coding, packaging integrity, and compliance with quality specifications
• Assist with staging and supplying boxes, ends, and other materials to packaging lines as needed

• Ensure all product meets quality and safety requirements; never use any product with a QA hold tag
• Perform organoleptic checks (sight, smell, etc.) on products as needed
  
  Communicate with production staff regarding product specifications, lot numbers, and quality testing requirements

• Wear required PPE including bump cap, hearing protection, and cold-weather gear
• Maintain a clean work environment in freezer, stacking areas, chill rooms, and tempering rooms
• Report equipment damage or unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and warehouse operations

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid and current GSF-issued forklift license required
• Prior forklift operating experience in a cold storage or warehouse environment preferred

• Ability to lift 80+ lbs. and work in constant cold temperatures (-10°F to 50°F)
• Strong reading, writing, math, and communication skills
• Ability to learn and operate barcode scanning equipment and warehouse software systems
• Full range of motion and ability to bend, twist, push, pull, and stand/walk for extended periods

• Stand/walk for 8+ hours per shift
• Frequently bend, reach, twist, and lift heavy loads
• Work in freezer and cold storage environments (-10°F to 50°F)
• Operate in high-noise areas requiring hearing protection
• Ability to visually inspect products and read labels accurately

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.