Packaging Forklift Driver (Crew A)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This job is responsible for operating material handling equipment in a safe manner for the purpose of moving, locating, stacking and counting merchandise.

Key Responsibilities

  • Read daily order sheet to be able to select and move the correct tote of product 
  • Move finished pallets of product from the roasting room to the warehouse or loading dock 

  • Moves empty totes to be cleaned 

  • Handles inventory receiving transactions 

  • Adheres to all company policies and safety rules 

  • Assist other packaging employees within their job duties including using chemicals and water to clean and sanitize packaging equipment, palletizing and break down empty totes 

  • Perform other duties as assigned 

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Relevant Experience

  • Minimum 12 months experience operating stand up forklifts in a processing or cold storage environment 
  • Ability to use a computer and hand held inventory device 

  • Manifesting experience in a warehouse environment is preferred 

Other Information

  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills 

  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment 

  • Ability to work day and night shifts, weekends and overtime 

  • Ability to work in 25 degree temperature.

Job Requisition ID:  18332

Travel Required: None

Location(s): FG Plant - Pasco

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $21/HR 

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision coverage
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (where applicable)
  • Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
  • Education Assistance (where applicable)
  • Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com


**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**