Next Generation Foods

Warehouse Associate Forklift Operator

West Sacramento, CA, US

$22/hour
1 day ago
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Summary

Daylight Packing in coordination with Next Generation Foods is seeking a Warehouse Associate Forklift Operator.

Our team is our strength!

Daylight Packing was founded by two food industry veterans in 2021 with a mission to help brands, big or small package their food products efficiently and at a competitive cost.

As a member of the Daylight Packing team, you will be a part of a well-established company with strong community roots. We have an amazing work culture that embraces team collaboration, attention to detail, prioritization, and learning.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a reliable and adaptableWarehouse Associate Forklift Operatorto join our team. This role requires flexibility to work across different locations and tasks, including packaging, inventory organization, loading/unloading trucks, and occasional deliveries or pickups. The ideal candidate thrives in ateam-orientedenvironment, isdetail-oriented, and demonstratestenacityand a commitment toconstant learning.

Our Compensation and Benefits show how much we value our team:

  • $22.00 per hour
  • Full time hourly position, 40 hours a week Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Medical - Generous company contribution towards medical benefits for employees
  • 401K with 4% company match
  • Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Paid Sick Leave

Job Duties:

  • Load bags onto the pouch packing machine
  • Inspect packed bags for quality before boxing them
  • Stack packed boxes to build pallets for shipping
  • Pre-production labeling of bags and cases
  • Load and unload trucks at multiple locations, includingassisting at NGF as needed
  • Build orders for shipment and ensure accuracy
  • Make deliveries or pickups when required
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization before and after production runs
  • Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) storage principles when organizing inventory
  • Conduct inspections of incoming and outgoing goods to ensure quality and accuracy

Requirements:

  • Flexibility:Ability to work across multiple locations and assist in different roles as needed
  • Experience:2+ years of prior warehouse experience required
  • Physical Demands:Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for most of the shift
  • Equipment Skills:2+ years of forklift and pallet jack experience required (forklift certification preferred)
  • Team Environment:Must work well with others in a fast-paced setting
  • Attention to Detail:Accuracy is critical when packing, inspecting, and building orders
  • PPE Provided:No uniform required, but PPE will be supplied

Our Core Values:

We are looking for candidates who embody our four core values:

  • Detail-Oriented – Ensuring accuracy in packaging, labeling, and inventory organization
  • Team Player – Working collaboratively to meet production goals
  • Tenacity – Pushing through challenges with a strong work ethic
  • Constant Learning – Always improving and adapting to new tasks

Growth Opportunities:

We believe in rewarding hard work and dedication. Employees who show strong performance and reliability may have opportunities for advancement within the company.

**NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS PLEASE**

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