F2 Finish Forklift / Pallet
Location: Opelika, AL
Date Posted:
Description
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
Finish Forklift Stacker
Golden State Foods – Opelika, AL
Full-time | Food Manufacturing & Warehouse Operations | 2nd Shift
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Finish Forklift Stacker to safely and efficiently handle, store, and move finished product within our cold storage environment. This role is responsible for managing freezer inventory, scanning and labeling pallets, staging products for shipment, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and experience operating forklifts in a food manufacturing or warehouse setting.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Forklift & Equipment Operation
- Operate forklift safely in accordance with GSF forklift operating procedures and OSHA requirements
- Conduct daily pre-operational and safety inspections; report any damage or malfunctions before use
- Assist in freezer operations, including loading pallets into designated racks and moving finished product in a timely manner
- Maintain case sealer tape, stretch wrap supplies, and ensure case coder ink levels are adequate
- Assist with robotic palletizing equipment, including troubleshooting and replenishing pallets and pallet pads
Product Handling & Inventory Management
- Obtain, verify, and apply finished product barcode labels; scan to assign pallet identification
- Manage freezer inventory to ensure accurate storage and rotation (FIFO method)
- Monitor finished product conveyor for proper operation and timely movement into the freezer
- Inspect containers for proper coding, packaging integrity, and compliance with quality specifications
- Assist with staging and supplying boxes, ends, and other materials to packaging lines as needed
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure all product meets quality and safety requirements; never use any product with a QA hold tag
- Perform organoleptic checks (sight, smell, etc.) on products as needed
- Communicate with production staff regarding product specifications, lot numbers, and quality testing requirements
Safety, Housekeeping & Other Duties
- Wear required PPE including bump cap, hearing protection, and cold-weather gear
- Maintain a clean work environment in freezer, stacking areas, chill rooms, and tempering rooms
- Report equipment damage or unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately
- Perform other duties as assigned to support production and warehouse operations
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid and current GSF-issued forklift license required
- Prior forklift operating experience in a cold storage or warehouse environment preferred
Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to lift 80+ lbs. and work in constant cold temperatures (-10°F to 50°F)
- Strong reading, writing, math, and communication skills
- Ability to learn and operate barcode scanning equipment and warehouse software systems
- Full range of motion and ability to bend, twist, push, pull, and stand/walk for extended periods
Physical Requirements and Environment
- Stand/walk for 8+ hours per shift
- Frequently bend, reach, twist, and lift heavy loads
- Work in freezer and cold storage environments (-10°F to 50°F)
- Operate in high-noise areas requiring hearing protection
- Ability to visually inspect products and read labels accurately
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
