Forklift Operator

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

As one of “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune magazine, Nestlé provides quality brands that bring flavor to life every day. Products include industry leading frozen pizza brands such as DIGIORNO, JACKS, TOMBSTONE and CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN.

The Warehouse Operator/Forklift Operator position’s primary function is to maximize the selection and loading process of Nestlé products by ensuring accurate orders, meeting set target rates per hour, and ensuring product integrity and quality standards are maintained throughout the loading process. The role is also responsible for using various inventory and tracking systems, as well as recognizing waste and adjusting execution accordingly.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $24.02/hr please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

$1.00/hr – 2nd shift differential

2nd Shift: 3:00PM – 11:30PM;
Tuesday – Saturday

3rd Shift: 11:00PM – 7:30AM;
Monday - Friday

• Safely operate a powered industrial truck (forklift) during work stream processes of order selecting and loading. Complete and maintain internal forklift certification process.
• Accurately and efficiently load finished products onto delivery trucks while also maintaining accurate quality inspection forms.
• Prepare all required documentation to maintain the highest quality finished product for our customers.
• Maintain performance expectations with respect to key performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve distribution center operations.
• Must be able to recognize waste (wasted labor, time, moves, product, etc.) within the distribution center, adjust accordingly and aid with developing action plans to drive continues improvement.
• Learn inventory and tracking systems, including: EWM (Wave Control, Replenishment, Stock Moves, Inventory adjustments) and SAP (Dock & Yard, Transportation Planning, D-note creation, etc.).
• Communicate directly with co-workers on issues, openly share ideas with others, encourage performance in others, give feedback when needed, and train new employees when applicable. Effective communication with Workflow Coordinators and Operations Supervisors to maintain product flow and prevent distribution disruptions.
• Conduct activities in a safe manner, follow corporate safety guidelines and requirements, use personal protective equipment and proactively address any unsafe conditions observed. Maintain housekeeping and safety compliance, inspection ready always.

• Ability to effectively document product fills with accuracy.
• Maintain a safe operating record for powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to always practice safe working habits.
• Initiative:
  Self-starter, gets involved quickly, takes on difficult tasks with enthusiasm. Take action to achieve goals beyond what is required.
• Energy:
  Maintains high activity/productivity level. Operates with sense of urgency, efficiency, effectiveness and determination over extended periods of time.
• Stress Tolerance:
  Maintains stable and professional performance under pressure or opposition.
• Detail:
  Strives to understand the…