Forklift Operator

Posted: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
Valid Thru: Friday, 30 January 2026
Index Requested on: 12/31/2025 14:43:59
Indexed on: 12/31/2025 14:43:59

Location: Fontana, CA, 92331, US

Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Menasha Packaging is hiring!

Description:

Essential Functions:

1.Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures

2.Demonstrate commitment to quality and perform job duties in adherence to GMP guidelines

3.Transport finished jobs or goods into correct areas

4.Move pallets of goods for jobs in process to appropriate area as needed

5.Place finished goods which are on a designated pallet to the correct location

6.Accurately complete forklift operator's checklist

7.Notify supervisor of any mechanical or material issues

8.Confer with managers to ensure coordination of other production lines

9.Occasionally conducts a physical inventory of all corrugated materials by performing cycle counts

10.Perform inventory audits on a daily basis or as needed

11.Maintain a clean and safe work area by moving empty pallets to a designated area, and by keeping neat, orderly and safe stacks of stock in storage areas

12.Maintain accurate location of stock in storage area by paperwork and computer.

13.Adhere to daily production schedule, and make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals

14.Assist other forklift operators as necessary

15.Complete necessary reports and paperwork in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data

16.Assist supervisors on the production floor to maintain a safe work environment

17.Perform all functions accurately as required in our WMS system

18.Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

19.The anticipated hourly range for the position is $16.50 - $22.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

20.This position is also eligible for a success share bonus and benefits package

Qualifications:

Forklift License required

High School diploma or equivalent desired

Prior work experience as a forklift operator required

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry preferred

Experience or training in the field of shipping, receiving or warehouse operations with some leadership responsibilities preferred.

Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner

Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business

Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed

Ability to effectively work in teams

Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles

Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy

Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate

Able to apply concepts of high school math

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or graphic form

Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations

Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation

Ability to consistently produce at a high level

Ability to work with plant management for required results

Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to push, pull, lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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