Forklift Operator/Inventory Clerk

Job Description

Who We Are

At West Pak, being a family owned and operated company means, among other things, respect, integrity, support, and commitment to excellence. Our dedication starts with how we respect the land and the people who work it and carries over into the way in which we conduct all business. This same thoughtful care goes into how we handle our precious cargo. Our avocados are harvested at exactly the right time, packed to perfection, and delivered fresh for enjoyment worldwide.

Over the years, as West Pak’s relationships and reputation grew, operations increased with larger facilities and extended distribution. Our company has since grown to 6 distribution facilities exceeding 300,000-square-feet across the United States and Mexico. Today, West Pak avocados are sourced from over 1,000 growers owning over 65,000 acres across California, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Peru. Current distribution includes 350+ customers throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, and the Middle East.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Purchasing Manager and Site Manager, the Forklift Operator/Inventory Clerk will assist in ensuring inventory is counted daily, communicate with purchasing manager on any shortages of any material. Ensure production is always provided with all material necessary to pack. Works closely with other departments, helps form boxes and executes all other duties assigned by Site Manager.

Oversee inventory and supplies according to company guidelines

Perform critical inventory tasks to ensure the correct number of items are in stock

Forklift operator

Off load material upon receipt and store away

Maintain updated and accurate records of inventory, including transfers and cycle times

Review documentation and monitor products to search for discrepancies; troubleshoot quantity discrepancies between stock and records

Stock and issue materials or merchandise

Prepare Material for Transfers

Track accuracy of purchase orders and returns as well as defective items

Scan packing slips/invoices into database

Assist with office supply purchases made at New Jersey facility

Inventory control in famous and printing tags labels

In charge of box forming to Site Managers discretion

Assist the bagging department

Assist in stacking, packing, dumping

Assist in changing film, netting, etc.

Assist in forming boxes

Perform all other duties assigned

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum 2 Years Forklift Experience

Skills

Must be able to work in a warehouse and office setting

Basic computer skills - word, excel, and outlook

Must be bilingual (Spanish)

Detail-oriented

High problem-solving ability

Pay Rate

The base pay we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $21.00/hour to $23.00/hour.

The actual pay for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills and experience.

Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or cash bonuses that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Must be able to work in a warehouse and office setting.

Must be able to lift 50lbs, with or without assistance

Physical demands include working in both office environments and production areas to communicate with supervisors and with operation employees. Within the office, the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 70 decibels and in the product plant areas noise levels can exceed 80 decibels when machinery is operating. Will have extensive internal and external interfaces with others and the work requires continual problem-solving, the prioritization of tasks and projects, resolution of conflicting needs and issues, and the ability to read, analyze, and interpret trends and data.

Full-time