Forklift Operator (Seasonal - 2nd Shift) (2565)

Perricone Farms has proudly partnered with the renowned Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, uniting two industry leaders in premium citrus juice. This strategic acquisition combines Perricone’s legacy of craft citrus juice expertise with Natalie’s reputation for high-quality, fresh-squeezed products. Together, we’ve created a dynamic, growth-focused company with expanded market reach, enhanced capabilities, and exciting opportunities for innovation and advancement across our operations.

Perricone Farms is seeking a Seasonal Forklift Operator to join our production and warehouse team. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking hands-on seasonal work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in material handling, staging, and the safe movement of products throughout the facility.

Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour

Shift / Hours:
2nd Shift; Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with possible Saturdays if needed

Seasonal:
January through June, with a possibility to return in the fall/winter

 

Key Responsibilities:

As a Seasonal Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Operating forklifts and pallet jacks to move raw materials and finished goods
• Loading and unloading trucks safely and efficiently
• Staging product for production and shipment
• Wrapping and securing pallets for transport
• Supplying production lines with necessary materials
• Transporting 55-gallon drums and other materials as required
• Performing routine forklift inspections and reporting maintenance needs
• Maintaining accurate inventory movement records
• Keeping warehouse and production areas clean and organized
• Following all safety procedures and traffic patterns within the facility

 

Drug Free Workplace & Safety Expectations:

• Adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Notify supervisors of any irregularities, safety concerns, or equipment issues
• Comply with all OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF requirements
• Support ongoing food safety, quality assurance, and non-GMO compliance efforts
• Participate in audits and the annual review of the Food Safety Management System

 

Reporting Structure:

This position reports directly to the Shift Manager.

 

 

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous forklift or warehouse experience preferred
• Valid forklift certification or ability to become certified
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to safety and detail

 

Work Environment:

Exposure to moving machinery, wet/humid conditions, and variable temperatures; may be exposed to chemicals, airborne particles, and loud noise levels. Protective gear and adherence to safety protocols are required.

 

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands; frequently required to bend, climb, or crouch; must be able to lift/move up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs frequently; visual requirements include close, peripheral, and color vision, with depth perception.

 

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary.