Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - Starting Pay $20.70/hr.

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS 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.

Forklift Operator Mid Shift 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Operate lift truck within Liquid Production operations.

Adheres to safety, food safety, quality and legal compliance.

Perform all work in accordance with environmental, health and safety standards, rules, regulations and practices of the facility.

Must be able to pass training/certifications as required for qualification.

Must be able to read batch pick sheets, pull ingredients and packaging.

Must be able to supply lines, pull lines, and put away materials and finished goods.

Must be able to ship and receive all materials and finished goods on trucks and rail cars.

Must be able to connect and disconnect rail cars and bulk tankers to flow panels.

Must be able to read and understand bills of lading.

Must be able to use AS400 software equipment.

Document completed work as required by the supervisor.

Compliance with all other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED.

Ability to operate sit down and stand-up lift trucks.

Reach horizontally and vertically for material/product.

Remove unusable product from conveyors, pallets, boxes or floor.

Lift cases of product or ingredient packaging.

Ability to visually differentiate items of color, up close and in the distance.

Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environments.

Constantly work near moving equipment with fumes or airborne debris.

Constantly work with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Constantly work in extreme heat/cold.

Constantly work on equipment causing whole-body vibration.

Occasionally work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection.

Occasionally work in high places.

Bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, hearing protection, and uniform or smock.

Sit down and stand-up lift trucks.

Push/pull attachment and fork extensions.

Battery extractor and hoist mechanism.

Battery charging station.

AS400 computer system.

Food safety knife and small hand tools.

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.

Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.

People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.

Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.

Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

​People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.

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