Forklift Operator

Las Cruces, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

How you will make contributions that matter...

As a forklift operator- production putaway you will load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas machines and loading docks into trucks or storage facilities
Rotates product to ensure a first in first out system.
Performs cycle counts and physical inventory as required.
Follow all verification practices and procedures to ensure accuracy of daily production.
Follow all inventory control practices by utilization of RF units.
Transfer bulk totes from plastic to wood by use of transfer machine.
Transfer of all finished goods to coolers and dry warehouse storage locations.
Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills.
Understands and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and good housekeeping practices.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner; wears appropriate PPE as required for the task and follows all JSAs SOPs and SSOPs.
Promptly reports any unsafe working conditions or injuries.
Promptly reports all potential quality and food safety hazards to management.
Complies with all of Saputos food safety quality programs and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all business activities with employees visitors and vendors.
Reliable and consistent attendance is an essential function of this job; must be available to work any shift overtime or holidays as required; may be required to cover the absence of other personnel.
Ability to communicate in English (speak read write).
Performs other duties as required.

You are best suited for the role if you

Two years prior warehousing experience in a food-processing environment preferred.
Current or previous forklift certification preferred.
Maestro RF experience preferred
Demonstrated work history.
Consistent attendance is a must.
This position frequently requires mental/analytical demands. The ability to read analyze and interpret operating manuals. The ability to work effectively under pressure is critical to this position.
Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our receiving operators are assigned to a team in support of dairy operations. This can either be days swing or night shift and mayalso include working weekends and some holidays. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with

Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If youd like more information on your EEO rights under law please visit .

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How you will make contributions that matter...

As a forklift operator- production putaway you will load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas machines and loading docks into trucks or storage facilities
Rotates product to ensure a first in first out system.
Performs cycle counts and physical inventory as required.
Follow all verification practices and procedures to ensure accuracy of daily production.
Follow all inventory control practices by utilization of RF units.
Transfer bulk totes from plastic to wood by use of transfer machine.
Transfer of all finished goods to coolers and dry warehouse storage locations.
Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills.
Understands and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and good housekeeping practices.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner; wears appropriate PPE as required for the task and follows all JSAs SOPs and SSOPs.
Promptly reports any unsafe working conditions or injuries.
Promptly reports all potential quality and food safety hazards to management.
Complies with all of Saputos food safety quality programs and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all business activities with employees visitors and vendors.
Reliable and consistent attendance is an essential function of this job; must be available to work any shift overtime or holidays as required; may be required to cover the absence of other personnel.
Ability to communicate in English (speak read write).
Performs other duties as required.

You are best suited for the role if you

Two years prior warehousing experience in a food-processing environment preferred.
Current or previous forklift certification preferred.
Maestro RF experience preferred
Demonstrated work history.
Consistent attendance is a must.
This position frequently requires mental/analytical demands. The ability to read analyze and interpret operating manuals. The ability to work effectively under pressure is critical to this position.
Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our receiving operators are assigned to a team in support of dairy operations. This can either be days swing or night shift and mayalso include working weekends and some holidays. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences during plant downtime or related events such as audits.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with

Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products