Forklift Operator/Plant Support Associate at Nissin Foods – Piedmont, South Carolina

Position Summary:

The Production Utility Associate supports daily manufacturing operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized production environment while assisting with material movement throughout the facility. This role performs routine housekeeping and sanitation tasks, operates forklifts and other material-handling equipment, and partners with production and warehouse teams to ensure efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production, warehouse, and common work environment
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks, including sweeping, mopping, waste removal, and restocking sanitation supplies
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move materials, products, and supplies throughout the facility
• Inspect forklifts and equipment before use and report safety concerns or maintenance issues
• Follow all safety, food safety, and housekeeping procedures, including proper chemical handling and PPE use
• Complete basic checklists, logs, and documentation related to cleaning and material handling activities
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to support production schedules and operational goals
• Prioritize tasks and follow daily work assignments to meet operational needs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Education:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Forklift Certification.
• 1+ year experience operating forklifts or similar equipment in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of workplace safety protocols and best practices.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods during a shift
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, temperature variations, and production equipment

About Us

It started with the inspiration of the creator of instant noodles, founder Momofuku Ando, in 1958. Since we entered the U.S. in 1970, our flagship brands, Cup Noodles, and Top Ramen have maintained a firm foothold in U.S. pop culture. We invite you to join Team Nissin to support this legacy of innovation and to deliver noodle happiness to consumers, employees, partners, and the community in a meaningful and sustainable way. Let’s evolve how people think about instant ramen as you discover opportunities for professional growth while being part of this $4 billion global company built from a simple block of noodles.

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, or sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. As a federal contractor, Nissin Foods participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. The E-Verify process may be completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification to check the work authorization status of persons who have been offered employment at Nissin Foods. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. Human Resources.