Fork Truck Operator

Summary

The Fork Truck Operator must be safety and quality oriented; must be clean, follow GMPs, wear proper PPE, and practice good housekeeping; work in a team environment or alone when required; work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment; maintain good communication with other team members, shift leads, shift supervisor and manager; work in any and all departments if needed; must be flexible to changing schedule and additional hours as needed; take and fulfill ordered for multiple different items and areas at one time; and must be flexible to work on multiple tasks during the shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist other Team Members, Office Clerk, Inventory Lead, and Supervisor
• Work 12-Hour rotational schedule and be flexible if hours needed on off-shift days
• Train and Share knowledge with team Members to help improve their skills
• Keep well maintained, legible documents and have them turned into the office in a timely manner
• Be involved in implementing solutions and ideas in the department
• Maintain a strong focus on Safety, Quality and Efficiencies
• Work with other departments to create and maintain a "whole team" atmosphere
• Keep areas clean and organized following the 6-S guidelines
• Enforce and observe all safety rules and regulations as put forth by Chobani and OSHA
• Operate all industrial powered vehicles required for assigned area efficiently and in a safe manner
• Properly inspect, ship, and receive inbound loads in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner
• Fill out all necessary paperwork accurately, legibly and correctly for each load
• Properly store all goods in proper locations to avoid improper rotation with all required information present on each item (Lot #, inventory count, allergen sticker, etc.)
• Maintain First in First out guidelines (FIFO) on all stored goods
• Turn in paperwork in a timely manner
• Must keep equipment in good working order and use lock out tag out procedures for non-operation equipment
• Maintain battery room clean and organized at all times
• Change and maintain batteries, and associated equipment, in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned by the Shift Lead, Manager and Supervisor

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate paperwork
• Able to work on your feet for up to 12 hours, lift, push or pull up to 60 pounds, work in cooler conditions of 35 degrees
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.

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Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time position is$22.25-$28.75, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year.