Lift Truck Operator

THE ROLE: Lift Truck Operator I

• This position will report to the: Assistant Manager
• Travel Requirement: None
• Location: Hodgkin, Illinois
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1st shift Tuesday- Saturday 6am-2pm
• Employment Category: Full Time - Regular
• Pay Range: $20-22

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Bolthouse Farms is recognized as a leader in growing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality, nutrient dense branded products. Employing more than 2,200 people and headquartered in Bakersfield, California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, Bolthouse Farms is one of the largest carrot growers and distributors in the U.S. and manufactures the No. 1 premium refrigerated branded beverage in U.S. retail. Bolthouse Farms is made up of farm and food fanatics who work every day to serve Our Land, Our People, and All People. In 2022 Bolthouse Farms acquired 2022 is Evolution Fresh the #1 juice brand in Natural Channel and the fastest growing cold press juice in US Food. Visit www.bolthouse.com or www.evolutionfresh.com to learn more.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Lift Truck Operator (LTO) operates stand-up equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, move, or place in racks, products/materials in the cold storage. The ideal candidate will move materials in the warehouse, CPG, Natural Ingredients, and load/ unload truck trailers or shipping containers.

JOB DUTIES:

• Conducts daily inspections on assigned equipment which may include but not be limited to stand-up, sit-down, high reach, quad-mast, pallet jacks, or double pallet jack equipment.
• Consistently uses a radio frequency scan gun which is connected to computer (VMU) on lift that directs, identifies and tracks materials as it is moved.
• Responsible for physically rotating materials to ensure proper aging.
• Utilizes Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to relocate materials to the proper department for utilization.
• Will unload, transport, and store all incoming materials/finished goods using WMS.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Ability to read and write in English.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
• Must be able to work as a team and follow instructions.
• Confident learning and using the equipment and tools used to perform the job.
• Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime.
• Possess basic mathematical skills. (such as adding and subtracting)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience using a warehouse management system which includes RF scan guns, and handheld RF units.
• Knowledge of WMS, preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Exposure to cold temperature (34 degrees to sub-zero temperatures)
• Must be able to lift up to 50-55 pounds consistently.

• During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that certain “non-essential worker” personnel may at times store consumer-facing materials (including, but not limited to, EADs, coupons, promotional materials, etc.) offsite from Company locations, such as at associates’ homes or in vehicles. All such consumer-facing materials must be maintained in a smoke-free and secure workplace environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Farms does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.