Forklift Operator - Warehouse


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Job Title: Forklift Operator - Warehouse
Location: Easton, ME, Nationwide United States, USA

Company: McCain Foods
Industry Sector: Food/Processing
Industry Type: Food & Beverage Products and Processing
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: 23.76 USD hourly
23.7600 HOUR

Job Description:

 

Requisition ID: 43637

 

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.
The Forklift Operator / Warehouse Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of products and materials throughout the warehouse using stand-up and sit-down electric powered industrial trucks. This onsite role supports warehouse, production, and shipping operations by ensuring products are accurately loaded, unloaded, stored, and supplied while maintaining McCain’s standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

 
What you’ll be doing.

  • Operate stand-up and sit-down electric powered forklifts and other material handling equipment to move products and materials safely throughout the warehouse.
  • Load, unload, stack, store, and transport pallets, totes, and materials to designated locations.
  • Supply production and warehouse teams with materials and inventory as required to support operations.
  • Position forks under loads and operate lifting mechanisms to safely move products and materials.
  • Follow all warehouse operating procedures, safety protocols, and security requirements.
  • Support inventory accuracy and proper product handling practices.
  • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality to meet operational requirements.
  • Participate in required safety training, certification programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support warehouse operations through additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

What you’ll need to be successful.

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of three months of related warehouse, forklift, or material handling experience and/or training.
  • Ability to complete certification through the McCain Operator Training Program.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain McCain Forklift Certification and McCain Aerial Lift Certification.
  • Working knowledge of, or ability to learn, the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
  • Ability to read, write, and interpret safety rules, procedures, work instructions, and operating guidelines.
  • Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to workplace safety.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
  • Flexibility to work onsite, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.

 

About the team.
This role is part of the Warehouse Operations team and works closely with production, shipping, and inventory team members to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient material flow throughout the facility. The team is focused on maintaining a safe, reliable, and collaborative work environment while supporting operational excellence and customer service.

 
About McCain.

  • Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide opportunities to make an impact that matters.

 
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.

 
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 23.76 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.

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Job Post Date: 07/23/26
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Country: USA

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