Forklift Operator II

Wonderful Citrus is North America’s leading integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementines/mandarins, navel and Valencia oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus farms more than 74,000 acres of fresh citrus and has supplier relationships around the world to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across the globe under our flagship consumer brands, Wonderful Halos Mandarins, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red Grapefruit.

Overview:

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts to support production, storage, and shipping operations. This position requires advanced forklift skills, the ability to train and mentor new operators, and a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Operators will transport palletized fruit and other commodities, support department workflows, and contribute to a culture of accountability and teamwork.

ESSENTIAL DUITES AND RESPONISBILITIES:                                                                           

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate and enforce the highest standards of safe equipment operation.
• Operates all types of forklifts within the facility in a safe and professional manner.
• Transport palletized fruit and/or other commodities between set-off, storage, packing, cold storage, and loading areas as needed.
• Assist with and lead in-house forklift operator training, coach and mentor others on safety, performance, and work practices.
• Apply learning principles to ensure effective training and skill retention.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks (cleaning, fluids, belts, hoses, hydraulics).
• Understand and utilize Oracle Warehouse Management Systems (WMS); train others as needed.
• Develop and follow standard work processes to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Adhere to production schedules and conveyance routes within established cycle times.
• Communicate with multiple departments regarding schedules, product flow, and operational issues.
• Tracks downtime, put-away, work orders, and production costs/results.
• Submit work requests for repairs and recommend alternative solutions when equipment is down.
• Participate in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct daily 5S audits of cleanliness and organization in assigned areas.
• Support the EHS team in hazard identification, risk mitigation, and fostering a culture of safety.
• Maintain accurate records of training, attendance, certifications, and evaluations.
• Contribute to High Performance Work Teams, emphasizing ownership and accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Here's what we'll bring to the table:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of production operations experience with forklift operation and safety knowledge preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret oral and written instructions.
• Strong math skills, with the ability to calculate loads and interpret bills of lading.
• Strong communication skills (email, telephone, radio, and written notes).
• Demonstrated precision, attention to detail, and safety focus.
• Ability to train and mentor others effectively.
• Adaptable to new technologies, methods, and innovations.
• Experience writing reports, business correspondence, or procedures a plus.

Physical Demands:

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

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• Use of hands for handling objects, tools, or controls; climbing or balancing.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Work performed in production/warehouse and cold storage environments.
• Noise level is generally moderate but may vary based on production activity.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay Rate: $19.70 per hour

Wonderful's dedication to you:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

Why Choose Wonderful?

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. 

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com. 

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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