Connect Staffing is hiring a Forklift Operator for a food manufacturing facility in Buena Park, CA. This is a temp position paying $19/hr. In this role, you will use a sit-down forklift to supply production lines with raw materials, load and unload trailers, and move finished goods throughout the facility. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door at an established food production operation.
Pay: $19.30/hr
2nd shift : 3pm- 11:30 pm 60;
Location: Buena Park, CA
Job Type: Temp
Assignment Length: May 1st - May 29th , 2026
Primary workplace language(s): English
Work Environment: Food Production Facility
Responsibilities
- Use a sit-down forklift to supply production lines with raw materials using pick tickets (Bill of Materials) throughout the shift.
- Load outbound trailers and use trailer locking devices; complete outbound trailer inspection sheets.
- Unload incoming materials and verify received quantities against the bill of lading.
- Inspect incoming raw materials for damage or defects and report any issues to a supervisor.
- Wrap, label, and apply barcode labels to pallets of finished goods; organize and stage customer dunnage (empty pallets, top frames, slip sheets) before end of shift.
- Complete daily forklift operator checklist and keep work area clean and organized.
Minimum Requirements
- 1+ year of sit-down forklift operating experience.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a food or beverage manufacturing or production environment.
- Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) including use of hairnets, beard nets, and ear plugs.
- Experience reading and verifying bills of lading and pick tickets.
- Experience wrapping, labeling, and staging finished goods pallets.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Forklift Operator, Sit-Down Forklift Operator, Warehouse Forklift Operator, Production Forklift Operator, Material Handler, Lift Truck Operator, Industrial Truck Operator, Forklift Driver, Pallet Jack Operator, Warehouse Associate.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently.
- Ability to work at a fast pace.
- Steel toe shoes required (employee-provided).
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Must pass a background check.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify).
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Direct deposit / Paycard.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Earn referral bonuses.
- CalSavers retirement program available.
After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.
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