Forklift/Palletizer Operator - 2nd Shift - Union

Forklift Palletizer Operator

As Forklift Palletizer Operator, you will be responsible for performing all tasks associated with loading trailers so that finished products can be delivered on time to our customer per written procedures, policy, and regulations. The Forklift Palletizer Operator must perform in a busy environment with constantly moving product/machinery, and act according to written procedures, policy, and regulations. To succeed, you must be able to:

• Perform duties and deliver results in new situations while adhering to safety and food safety policies without compromising the team’s values. 

• Serve others with understanding, respect, and care.

• Operate with simplicity, clarity and transparency.

• Deal with and drive change.

• Organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.

• Learn and apply new technology and share your knowledge with others.

Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

Your Responsibilities:

• Follow outlined duties as assigned in daily inbound / outbound schedule from warehouse management.

• Maintain the principles of first in / first out (FIFO) in the storage and retrieval of materials.

• Coordinate with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to ensure the efficient performance of warehouse and production processes.

• Prioritize multiple tasks to maximize work efficiency.

• Sanitation duties as required in order to maintain a clean and safe environment.

• Accomplish other related work as required.

• Comply with all safety regulations.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Reports all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to location management.

• Maintains any logs as required.

• Attention to detail.

• Exhibits ability to consistently and accurately process verbal and/or written instructions and procedures

Education, Experience, Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent; or up to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must demonstrate basic mathematical skills.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, especially food production, is helpful.

• Ability to use a slip-sheeter is preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as formulas, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to effectively communicate clearly in English commensurate with the requirements of this position.

• Must have a basic mechanical aptitude.

• Must be able to use safely use handheld knife.

• Loading and off-loading of trucks, receiving inbound ingredients, production driving and packaging driving.

• Regularly required to stand.

• Frequently is required to walk; use hands to handle and perform tasks with tools or equipment controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Occasionally required to climb on ladders or other supporting structures off ground level.

• Occasionally exposed to dusty conditions.

• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.

• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Good to have:

• At least one year of manufacturing or plant operations experience. 

• Experience driving a forklift.

Physical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Able to work in a production environment and wear respiratory protection. 

• Able to work in hot and cold conditions.  

• Ascend and Descend stairs throughout the facility.

• Climb step and extension ladders as well as on top of rail cars (if necessary).  

• Wear the required PPE. 

Team members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.

Take the first step towards building your career with Ardent Mills by applying at https://www.ardentmillscareers.com/

Join our team now and be part of our incredible journey to transform how the world is nourished!

Location:

Commerce City CO

Address:

4545 East 64th Avenue, Commerce City CO, 80022

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Employment Type:

Full time

Additional Information:

Competitive Compensation:

Hourly - Hourly Plan, 27.87 USD Hourly

Benefits:

At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).

Application Deadline:

07/17/2025

EEO Commitment:

At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.

En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.

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