Freezer Forklift Operator Jobs

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Freezer, 2nd Shift (2:45pm - 11:00pm)
Peace River Citrus Products, Bartow Florida 33830
ABOUT THE COMPANY: Independent and privately-owned, Peace River Citrus Products is a vertically-integrated grower, fruit processor, and solutions provider of citrus-derived products and services. Committed to producing the highest quality citrus products and supporting our valued customers with impeccable and reliable service, Peace River Citrus Products supplies juices and associated products to major international and domestic brands as well as private label producers.
Qualifications

• Able to problem solve. Has good organization skills.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in daily warehouse operation of a forklift, valid certification to operate forklifts a plus
• Maintains clean self-image for working in a “Good Manufacturing Practices” environment
• Excellent physical condition and coordination
• Attention to detail and able to retain learned skills
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance
• Experience unloading sensitive material to designated warehouse area
• High school diploma or GED and able to perform basic math
• Basic knowledge of computer functions on a keyboard
• Good Attendance required.
• Able to communicate and work well with others
• Able to consistently work in a freezer environment during entire shift
• Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions
• Basic English verbal and written skills, bi-lingual a plus
• Has a history if practicing safe work habits
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform required functions

Working Conditions

• Warehouse freezer & refrigeration climate.
• Manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and stack product up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in various temperatures of extreme ranges.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, lean and walk. The employee frequently is required to use computers and talk to internal and external customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Transport production material to keep the packaging line flowing in a smooth and safe manner while ensuring the integrity of the product is maintained.
• Operates forklift to unload freight into and out of Warehouse.
• Assists other warehousing personnel and quality assurance to obtain samples.
• Follows standard operating procedures.
• Practices safety requirements established by OSHA and Peace River Citrus Products.
• Adheres to regulatory & Peace Rive Citrus Products procedures.
• Any additional duties assigned by supervisor.
• Assists with inventory control, adheres to procedures.
• Inspects and verifies the accuracy and availability of all documents on incoming shipments.
• Be available to work extended shifts and days.
• Must be able to drive a forklift safely.
• Pulling, loading, and delivering from one location to another.
• Meets all “Good Manufacturing Practices”.
• Interacts with representatives of common carriers and railroads.

Peace River Citrus Products offers employees a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package that includes; Medical/Dental, Life, LTD, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401k with match.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace