Forklift Driver (Shipping) - B3

Our Jonestown Distribution Center, a 218,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7, is currently seeking full time Forklift drivers with experience operating the High-Reach lift and/or Stand-Up Counterbalance lift  to join our team. The essential function of this position is to provide exceptional customer support through ensuring the accuracy of inventory movement and warehousing.  Accuracy in both shipping and inventory are paramount. The individual is responsible for a wide variety of duties including but not limited to this job description.

 

Full-Time Available Shifts: Alternating 3 day/4 day weekly schedule (equivalent to working approx. 15 days/month 

Rotation Night Shift 6 PM - 5:30 AM    

 

Primary Function:

The essential function of this position is to provide exceptional customer support through ensuring the accuracy of inventory movement and warehousing. Accuracy in both shipping and inventory are paramount.

Values:
To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Move product within warehouse and trailers using a stand-up forklift.

• Handle and maintain the flow of inventory in the warehouse.

• Operate barcode scanner.

• Perform basic tag and paperwork functions with high accuracy to ensure integrity of pallet movement and food safety traceability.

• Ensure all equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and orderly fashion.

• Report any product quality issues immediately to the supervisor.

• Properly select / load / inspect / sort product per supervisors’ instructions / guidance.

• Assist in general clean-up of the warehouse throughout the day.

• Report to the supervisor when an inventory rack, piece of equipment, or anything else that may pose a safety risk to employees working in that area.

• Ensure safe/proper operation of equipment per company.

• Complete equipment checklists to ensure proper condition of equipment.

Education/Background Requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift License required and related work experience.

• Valid Driver’s License or valid state ID and a recent eye exam (within 1 year).

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to use a scan gun and calculator.

• Basic arithmetic and math (counting) skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Good communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.

Working Conditions:
• Work in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Physical movement required: lifting, twisting, stacking, bending, squatting, reaching, stepping up and down.

Please note: Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put into place.