Requisition ID: 43802

Job Description

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.
McCain Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for ensuring inventory is accurately received, tracked, stored, and supplied to support efficient plant operations. The Forklift Operator transfers materials from inbound deliveries to designated storage locations, maintains inventory accuracy utilizing FIFO principles, and supports Production by staging and delivering dry goods and other materials as needed. This position plays a key role in maintaining inventory integrity, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing.

• Receive, transfer, and store inventory from inbound delivery trucks to designated storage locations.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to support warehouse and production operations.
• Utilize inventory tracking systems to accurately record material movements and transactions.
• Follow FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory management practices to maintain product quality and inventory accuracy.
• Stage and deliver dry supplies and production materials to manufacturing departments as requested.
• Conduct inventory counts and verify inventory accuracy within assigned areas.
• Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility while adhering to safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to inventory transactions and material movement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What you’ll need to be successful.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior forklift experience in an inventory control, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and operational documents.
• Ability to effectively communicate information with employees, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to carry out detailed written and oral instructions using sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to calculate rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret basic charts and graphs.
• Demonstrated computer skills with the ability to learn inventory and tracking systems in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a McCain-issued forklift operator certification.

About the team.
The Forklift Operator is part of McCain’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain operations team, working closely with Warehouse, Production, Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Control functions. This role helps ensure materials are available where and when needed, supporting efficient production processes and maintaining inventory accuracy across the facility.

About McCain.

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Leadership principles.
At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

AI & Digital Capabilities.
At McCain, AI and digital capabilities are part of how we work and innovate. We value curiosity toward emerging technologies and the thoughtful, responsible use of AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes as part of our future-ready culture.

The McCain experience.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
 

Compensation Package:  - Starting at 21.91 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.