Forklift Operator

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses. 

Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.  

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Forklift Operator at our Winchester, VA durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta. The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitation support for the entire warehouse. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials within the warehouse and into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule; operate other equipment for shipping, as needed  

• Maintain accurate inventory while storing and loading, practicing first in/first out  

• Monitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance as required  

• Maintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performing scheduled cleaning of equipment 

• Re-palletize and rework products, and prepare products for regrind process  

• Maintain safety and quality in a high-paced environment  

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution  

• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience operating a forklift  

• Experience in a food manufacturing facility  

Physical Requirements:  

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: 

• Crouch, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, operate foot pedals, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods 

• Work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment and confined spaces