Forklift Operator

Why you will love working at Maola :

• Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead-investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more-available within your first month.

SUMMARY : Supports shipping division by operating a forklift to load, unload, move, stack, stage, and count product / materials. Maintains a clean, sanitary and safe work area. Ensures all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 10am-6 : 30pm, ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Rate : $20 / h

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Include the following :

BASIC REQUIREMENTS :

COMPETENCIES :

Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels - oral, written, visual, and non-verbal - ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.

Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.

Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.

Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.

Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.

Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk, cream, butter, and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit www.maolamilk.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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