Forklift Driver in Salem, Oregon at Pacific Coast Producers

Pacific Coast Producers, growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking Forklift Drivers to join our team at our Production Facility in Salem, OR. PCP is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America. Our Salem facility produces maraschino cherries and other cherry products in various styles, colors, and flavors and employs between 70-100 employees.

As a Forklift Driver, you will load, transfer, store, and stage any product in various locations and departments. You will supply harvest and/or bottling with any supplies needed such as bins, barrels, lids, caps, glass bottles, and cherries; work closely with both the Bottling Lead & Supervisor on production matters.

Pay Rate: $21.13 per hour on (day/swing shift) plus an additional $.25 per hour for each hour of work on the shift 2 (swing shift). This is a full-time (40 hours per week), on-site role with weekend and overtime hours required as needed. The shift is typically 11:00am - 8:30pm but could be extended without notice. Hours are subject to vary. We have two opening for seasonal full-time work (about 3 months).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transfer glass, barrels, caps, and cherries to and from the Bottling Department for preparation in production.
• Maintain a Lift Truck Log to ensure accurate records.
• Haul away any empty drums or barrels.
• Follow production schedule as assigned by Production Manager or Lead-Front Side.
• Maintain a clean, organized and hazard free work environment.
• Monitor and report packaging supplies necessary to keep Bottling running. Inform Backside Lead & Supervisor of any packaging needs daily to ensure adequate lead time for scheduled production supplies.
• Ability to generate product labels utilizing company computerized inventory system.
• Maintain green sheets by verifying lot codes & product quantity.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Production Manager or Lead-Front Side

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a certified forklift driver.
• Physically capable of performing all job duties.
• Demonstrate good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills for intricate machinery.
• Demonstrate ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and safety rules.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Able to multi-task and organize workload while maintaining accurate records.
• Must be able to work overtime, swing shift or weekends as needed.
• Utilize communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers.
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.

Physical Requirements: Frequent physical activity includes walking, standing, twisting, reaching, gripping with hands and fingers, lifting up to 50 pounds, and hearing; close and far vision. Moderate physical activity includes bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and climbing.

Environmental Factors: Working conditions include exposure to plant temperature extremes, dampness, humidity, fumes, and high noise levels. Work requires wearing proper protective equipment. Incumbent may work with rotating machinery and in a crowded area.

About PCP Summary

Established in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is a cooperative owned by over 165 family farmers that grow and deliver various produce, including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more, to production facilities in California and Oregon for processing and packaging. With over 3,000 dedicated employees, PCP strives to produce the finest quality products for customers across all channels of trade, including grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the United States and Canada.

Our facility is located in Salem, OR which is a thriving city in the heart of Willamette Valley, offering a vibrant downtown, strong sense of community, and access to outdoor recreation. As the capital of Oregon, it's only a 45-minute drive from Portland, making it a great location for those seeking urban amenities and a smaller community.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.