Forklift Operator

Ventura Foods

Forklift Operator managing powered industrial trucks for loading and unloading materials in Birmingham. Ensuring compliance with food safety policies and operational standards while documenting movements accurately.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating powered industrial trucks and adhering to food safety regulations, including SQF, GMPs, and FSMA. Proficient in using RF scanners for accurate product transactions and capable of performing pre-operation inspections.

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Forklift OperationFood Safety ComplianceRF Scanner UsageGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)

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Hard Skills

Forklift OperationRF Scanner UsageLoad Sheet CompletionProduct InspectionMath Skills

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift Certification

Industry Keywords

Food SafetyWarehouse DistributionSQF CodePreventive Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Properly operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and FGs
Use RF scanner to ensure accurate transactions of product movement
Inspect pallets to prevent product damage and missing cases
Complete load sheet and verify code dates and label allergens
Perform pre-op inspection of forklift before operation
Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
1 year of experience Warehouse distribution environment experience preferred
Previously licensed/certified as a forklift driver
Good math skills are required
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively
Must be able to identify and report any food safety and food security concerns.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs