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Cooler Forklift Operator

Dole Food Company, Inc.
United States, Arizona, Yuma
Oct 09, 2025
Cooler Forklift Operator LinkedIn Twitter Email Message Share Category Cooler & Warehouse All Locations 3725 S. Avenue 3, Yuma, Arizona Position Type Full-Time/Regular Tracking Code 017 *COME GROW WITH US!* We are looking to add members to our team! We offer a great benefits package and opportunities to grow and hone your skills! Pay Rate: $23.99 *GENERAL DESCRIPTION:* Operate forklift in a safe and responsible manner inside warehouses and receiving yards. Load & unload reefer trailers and flatbeds, issue packaging & raw products to production while following FIFO rules and maintaining trace documentation. *MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:* * Drive and operate forklift, safely. * Must pass company written and practical forklift operator test. * Inspect and document arriving loads for seal integrity, possible contaminants, damage & temperature. * Load & unload reefer trailers and flatbeds. * Issue and return packaging & raw products to production while following FIFO rules. * Able to work around equipment and machinery. * Employee must adhere to all policies, practices, and SOP's related to producing Safe Quality Food (SQF) * Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of management. Required Skills *JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:* * Should be able to work in a fast pace production environment. * Previous Forklift experience is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in an exterior environment exposed to elements of cold and heat but may also work inside a cold room environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia is present. Work surfaces and floors are wet. Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted up to of the workday, and 20 lbs overhead as job demands. Sitting in forklift for major portion of workday. Walking, standing on a concrete floor, reaching, bending, stooping, and repetitive hand movements may be required. WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Requires working some Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and nights. Night shift position, (shift may vary) Must be able travel to various work locations (Marina, Huron, Yuma) and relocate. Required Experience *EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:* * High School Diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education PAY RATE: $23.99 EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.