Forklift Operator, Days - Cold Storage

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

• Expected Pay Range: $20.15 - $22.20
• Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Benefits Available: 2026-benefits-summary.pdf

Who We Are

At Van Drunen Farms, we're not just providing ingredients; we're providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we're striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence.

What You'll Do

• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to move, store, transfer, and organize materials within the warehouse and cold storage environments.
• Use RF scanners, shipping documents, pick tickets, manifests, labels, and inventory systems to accurately process and track inventory.
• Pull products for shipment, transfer materials into storage locations, and support inventory accuracy through cycle counts and inventory verification activities.
• Inspect equipment and materials daily, identify issues, and promptly report concerns to leadership to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Perform material handling activities while maintaining accurate documentation, counts, and inventory records.
• Support warehouse operations by following established procedures, maintaining organization, and assisting with additional warehouse duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification required or willingness to become certified upon hire.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment and working with RF scanners, inventory processes, or shipping documentation preferred.
• Strong time management, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Class B/CDL driver's license is a plus.

What You Can Look Forward To

• A full-time first shift schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• A fast-paced warehouse environment where your work directly supports inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Opportunities to develop skills in inventory management, logistics, material handling, and warehouse operations.
• A collaborative team environment focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Hands-on experience operating material handling equipment and supporting shipping, receiving, and storage functions.
• A role that provides exposure to warehouse processes critical to supporting production and customer fulfillment.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Regular lifting, handling, and movement of boxes, bags, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling of materials and equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing, eye, head, and respiratory protection as required.
• Ability to work for extended periods in freezer and cold storage environments.
• Ability to work in dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, loud, or outdoor conditions depending on the assigned work area.

Disclaimer

• The statements provided are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position.
• They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or skills required.
• Responsibilities and job requirements may change based on business needs.
• Employees may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities as required.

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual