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Richardson International
Forklift Operator
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$44,687 / year median in Virginia
+12% projected growth
Job Description
As part of Richardsons global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division playsa central rolein connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain.
As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.
Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k),paid time off, paid holidays,and training and career development opportunities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for aForklift Operatorat ourWinchester, VAdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produceDakota Growers pasta.
The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitationsupportfor the entire warehouse.
Crouch, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation,operatefoot pedals, lift/carry, sit,standand walk for extended periodsWork in a dusty, high heat/humid environmentand confined spaces
As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.
Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k),paid time off, paid holidays,and training and career development opportunities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for aForklift Operatorat ourWinchester, VAdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produceDakota Growers pasta.
The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitationsupportfor the entire warehouse.
Responsibilities:
Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materialswithin the warehouse andinto trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule;operateother equipment for shipping, as neededMaintainaccurateinventory while storing and loading, practicingfirst in/first outMonitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance asrequiredMaintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performingscheduled cleaning of equipmentRe-palletize and rework products, and prepareproductsfor regrind processMaintain safety and quality in a high-paced environmentQualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institutionAble to work weekends, holidays and overtime as neededPreferred Qualifications:
Experienceoperatinga forkliftExperience in a food manufacturing facilityPhysical Requirements:
Qualified candidates must be able toperformthe following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:Crouch, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation,operatefoot pedals, lift/carry, sit,standand walk for extended periodsWork in a dusty, high heat/humid environmentand confined spaces