Warehouse Technician (Forklift Operator) - 2nd Shift

We are currently hiring for a 2nd Shift Warehouse Technician Sit-Down Forklift Operator for our warehouse team.

2nd Shift - 3:00 p.m.- 11:30 p.m.

**To meet operational needs, occasional biweekly Saturday overtime will be part of our standard schedule.**

Opportunity awaits you at CATALLIA MEXICAN FOODS! Do you want to work for a company that is committed to growing the capabilities of their employees while working in a diverse environment? Are you looking for new ways of thinking while challenging and expanding your knowledge? If so, you have come to the right place.

Catallia Core Values: Sharing our cultural traditions, Hispanic food expertise and 30 years of tortilla manufacturing experience, we work hand-in-hand with customers to deliver authentic products and innovative solutions that meet today's market needs. We honor that promise with our commitments to customer-focus collaboration, industry leading quality, innovation and team empowerment, high ethics and integrity in all partnerships, and proven food safety and personal safety standards.

Position Overview:
This is a hands-on position and will require that the individual be responsible for all aspects of the shipping, receiving and warehousing functions within the plant. This individual will be responsible for contributing to a consistent, safe, and productive work environment through participation in corporate programs.


Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Works with production to ensure materials are available in a timely manner.
• Visually inspects and counts inbound loads to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Confirms that the documentation for incoming shipments is in accordance with established guidelines.
• Loads and accurately documents outbound shipments of finished product.
• Rotates inventory according to first in, first out guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of dock and storage areas.
• Interact with a wide variety of drivers, delivery personnel and contractors.
• Previous experience in order picking, shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks.
• Knowledge and experience in driving electric forklift - sit-down only.
• Operation of electric pallet jack.

General Responsibilities:

• Adheres to operational and personnel policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in Food Safety and Food Defense related activities.
• Perform additional duties as directed.

Education & Experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 2 years' experience in warehouse operations (order picking, shipping and receiving, loading and unloading trucks)
• Experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Specific Competencies:

• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to become forklift certified.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
• English language proficiency, both written and verbal.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately and completely.
• Ability to identify problems and react appropriately.

General Competencies:

• Ability to work alone or on teams.
• Self-motivated.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Commitment to process improvement.

Catallia Mexican Foods is an Equal/Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.