Food Production Worker

Food Production Worker / Fork Lift Operator – Tree Nut Processing (Peanut-Free Facility) Location: Sandston, VA Pay Rate: $20/hour – Food Production Worker Up to $23/hour – Certified Fork Lift Operator Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Full-Time) Openings: Multiple positions available Job Overview We are hiring motivated Food Production Workers and experienced Fork Lift Operators to join our growing team at a peanut-free facility specializing in premium food processing. This is a great opportunity to work in a clean, safety-focused environment where you will work with tree nuts as part of a professional production and logistics operation. As a Fork Lift Operator , you will play a key role in moving materials, supporting production flow, and maintaining compliance in our peanut-free facility . Team members in production roles will help work with tree nuts through washing, packaging, and quality control processes. Key Responsibilities Wash, process, and package products that work with tree nuts in a regulated food production environment Safely operate sit-down forklifts as a Fork Lift Operator to load, unload, and transport materials Move raw materials and finished goods throughout the peanut-free facility Inspect shipments for accuracy, quality, and damage Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized work area Follow GMPs, food safety standards, and company policies Assist with inventory tracking and stock rotation Wear required PPE and follow all safety protocols Facility & Safety Standards This role is based in a peanut-free facility . No peanuts or peanut-based products are permitted on-site. Employees will work with tree nuts such as almonds, cashews, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, and macadamia nuts. To maintain food safety compliance: Work boots must be changed into on-site and left at the facility Lockers are provided for personal items No cell phones allowed in manufacturing areas (break areas permitted) Qualifications Previous experience in food production or manufacturing preferred Sit-down forklift experience required for Fork Lift Operator positions Forklift certification required for the $23/hour Fork Lift Operator rate (assistance available for qualified candidates) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks Must be comfortable working in a peanut-free facility and able to work with tree nuts daily Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused Why Join Our Team? Competitive pay with certification incentives Stable weekday schedule Clean, one-floor facility Strong focus on safety and food compliance Supportive, team-oriented work environment Apply Today If you’re a dependable Fork Lift Operator or Food Production Worker looking for long-term stability in a professional peanut-free facility where you can work with tree nuts in a safe and structured environment, we encourage you to apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr