Forklift Operator (General)

Forklift Operator (3rd Shift, 10:45pm - 7:00am)

Peace River Citrus Products, Bartow Florida 33830

ABOUT THE COMPANY: Independent and privately-owned, Peace River Citrus Products is a vertically-integrated grower, fruit processor, and solutions provider of citrus-derived products and services. Committed to producing the highest quality citrus products and supporting our valued customers with impeccable and reliable service, Peace River Citrus Products supplies juices and associated products to major international and domestic brands as well as private label producers.

• Basic English verbal and written skills, bi-lingual a plus
• Basic knowledge of computer functions on a keyboard
• Maintains clean self-image for working in a “Good Manufacturing Practices” environment
• Good attendance required
• Able to communicate and work well with others
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in daily warehouse operation of a forklift, valid certification to operate forklifts a plus
• Experience moving sensitive material from one location to another
• Knowledge of warehouse equipment and tools a plus
• Attention to detail and able to retain learned skills
• Able to problem solve. Has good organization skills
• Has a history if practicing safe work habits
• Excellent physical condition and coordination
• High school diploma or GED and able to perform basic math
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform required functions
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance
• Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions

• Manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Warehouse freezer & refrigeration climate.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift and stack product up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in various temperatures of extreme ranges.

• Follows standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Securely load & unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Visually inspects all incoming material and outgoing goods prior to receiving or loading for shipment.
• Completed all shipping & receiving documents accurately.
• Transports production material to keep the packaging line flowing in a smooth and safe manner while ensuring the integrity of the product is maintained.
• Assists in setups for line packaging and labeling operations.
• Assist in inventory control for packaging materials.
• Performs area housekeeping.
• Supports other departments, as requested.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Must be able to drive a forklift safely.
• Meets all “Good Manufacturing Practices”.
• Practices’ safety requirements established by OSHA and Peace River Citrus Products.
• Conforms to requirements of PRCP food safety programs.
• Be available to work extended shifts and days.
• Any additional duties assigned by supervisor.

Peace River Citrus Products offers employees a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package that includes; Medical/Dental, Life, LTD, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401k with match.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace