Forklift Operator
Location: Salida, CA
Pay Rate: $26.45 - $27.24 an hour
Shift: Day, Swing & Grave available
Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and varying schedules based on operational needs.
Our client, a leading food manufacturing company in Salida, CA, is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support shipping and warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, staging, and shipment of products while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.
Assignment Length: Temporary assignment for approximately 3 months, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a well-established and reputable food manufacturing company
- Gain experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse environment
- Opportunity for assignment extension based on business needs and performance
- Competitive pay rate
Position Summary
The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in supporting shipping and warehouse operations by safely loading, unloading, transporting, and storing materials. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and highly experienced operating multiple types of forklifts in a distribution center or warehouse environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Load and unload trucks with palletized materials of varying sizes and weights
- Move, stage, relocate, and store products throughout the warehouse
- Perform high-stacking operations safely in congested warehouse environments
- Support shipping functions by accurately moving inventory to designated locations
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns
- Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety guidelines, company policies, and safety procedures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Work effectively with warehouse, production, and shipping personnel to meet operational goals
Required Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of recent forklift operating experience in a Distribution Center (DC) or warehouse environment
Experience operating all of the following equipment:- Stand-Up Forklift
- High-Stack Forklift
- Pull-Pack Forklift
- High-Reach Forklift
Proven experience performing high-stacking operations in fast-paced warehouse environments
Additional Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Valid Driver's License required
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow directions and work independently
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules as needed
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
Preferred Qualifications
- Food manufacturing or food distribution experience
- Experience working under GMP and food safety requirements
- Previous shipping and receiving experience