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Lactalis USA
Forklift Operator Trainee - 3rd shift
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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$46,123 / year median in New York
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Forklift Operator Trainee - 3rd shift Lactalis
USA 26.78
paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, York, Buffalo 500 Seneca Street (Show on map) Aug 26, 2026 Apply Job Type Full-time Description Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed. As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's,Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :
ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz. At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how yourEXPERTISE
can help us shape the future of dairy.From your PASSION to ours:
LACTALIS
USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Warehouseperson based in Buffalo, York. Weekend work is required, days off are during the week.Summary:
Performs functions directly related to a manufacturing facility. Perform shipping and receiving functions as well as computer transactions daily. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1.Operates a forklift in a safe and responsible manner.2.Documents safety checks on tow motor prior to use3.Ensures accurate documentation of all inbound paperwork.4.Completes activity movement sheets daily.5.Rotates stock in a FIFO format.6.Selects the proper product for production needs.7.Maintains a clean work environment daily.8.Maintains and operates the RF terminals daily. 9.Works closely with the production departments. 10.Maintains open communication between fellow workers. 11.Reports any product or property damage to supervisor.Requirements Qualifications:
- Experienced forklift operation knowledge, perishable and dry goods warehouse experience preferred.
- Strong communication abilities, written and verbal.
- Knowledge of computer software, inventory control, cycle counts, and FIFO systems formats preferred.
- AS400 Prism knowledge a plus.
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Valid driver's license required.