Forklift Operator

Furmano Foods Production Forklift Driver

At Furmano Foods, you're joining a values-driven company with a purpose far greater than profit. Since 1921, we've stayed true to our farm, faith, and family rootsnourishing our customers, team members, partners, the land, and the future. We take pride in crafting quality, shelf-stable foods including beans, tomatoes, ancient grains, and vegetables for retail and foodservice markets nationwide. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dedication to sustainability, we offer team members the opportunity to make a lasting impact while upholding a legacy of quality, service, and stewardship.

If you're looking for a workplace that values its people and promotes a strong sense of purpose, we'd love to have you join our team! Check out our available opportunity below.

The Production Forklift Driver is responsible for operating powered industrial trucks to load, unload, and move materials throughout the production facility in a safe and efficient manner. This position supports production operations by ensuring timely delivery and staging of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods. The Forklift Driver must follow all safety guidelines, adhere to operational procedures, and maintain proper documentation for inventory movement.

Education: High school diploma or GED required; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience / Qualifications:

• Valid forklift certification required.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience operating forklifts in a production, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of material handling procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal and written instructions.

Duties and Responsibilities: Food safety is the responsibility of every employee. Any issues should be brought to the immediate attention of area supervisor or manager.

• Safely operate forklift.
• Receive all cans and ingredients through Assistics software to include scanning and stickering.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and FIFO.
• Supply proper cans & lids to each production line running, consult Daily Schedule & MMF for requirements.
• Unload & receive cans, Ingredients, etc. following all production & safety procedures.
• Keep inventory of brine ingredients on the 3rd floor and can room racks and rows.
• Keep the can room organized and orderly as well as the outside dock area.
• Check the Forklift and fill out Forklift safety check list at the beginning of every shift.
• Notify the Purchasing Department of any unusually low inventory of cans, lids, or ingredients.
• Perform general maintenance on forklift, report any mechanical issues for needed repairs immediately.
• Must follow all GMP's associated with this position.
• Empty trash hoppers as needed clean and sanitize before returning to service.
• Maintain a positive teamwork atmosphere by acting, communicating and helping co-workers.
• Cooperate and do any other job assigned by supervisor

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be neat and orderly
• Accurate when filling out forms and keeping inventories
• Capable of competent and safe forklift operation.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Occasional
• Walking: Occasional
• Sitting: Frequent to Continuous
• Lifting: Occasional (heavy duty position / ability to lift 50lbs+)
• Carrying: NA
• Climbing: Frequent
• Climbing Stairs: Minimal
• Climbing ladders: NA
• Crawling: NA
• Working in kneeling position: NA
• Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Continuous
• Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous
• Reaching: Continuous
• Bending: Occasional
• Driving: Frequent to Continuous (forklift)
• Pushing and Pulling: Occasional
• Hand Movement: Manual dexterity
• Simple grasping: frequent
• Fine manipulation: NA
• Operating Equipment: Continuous- Forklift
• Position Requirements: Must be certified by OSHA as a certified Forklift Driver.

Work Schedule:

This position typically follows the hours of the shift scheduled to work; however, working days may vary based on season. Typically, Monday through Friday. Very often Saturday. 12 hours Shifts may be required during busy times.

Hours:

2nd Shift - 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

20 minutes paid lunch

Please Note: If hired you will need to train on 1st shift for up to 17 days with a trainer.

Salary: Up to $21.32 per hr.

Earn Bonus Incentives:

• 2nd/3rd Shift Differential -$1.00 per hour
• Attendance Bonus -$0.50 per hour
• 1st Pass Quality Bonus-$0.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Profit Sharing Bonus
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Onsite Nurse
• Corporate Chaplain
• Dependent Scholarship Assistance Program

Ability to commute/relocate :

• Northumberland, PA 17857: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

Employment Disclaimer: This position is based in Pennsylvania and is considered "at-will." This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under the law.

This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate to meet the needs of the organization.