Job Description

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Position Title: Forklift Operator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: 3975 Tall Pine dr, Plover, WI

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Requisition ID: 38406 

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About McCain

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Why join the McCain family

• Your Life – we’re here to help you fulfil your potential, flourish, and thrive in work and life.

• Your Success – work alongside passionate individuals who are committed to supporting your career ambitions, drive, and success.

• Your Impact – we want you to make a meaningful, lasting impact for you, for your colleagues, and for the business.

McCain is a place where you can grow from the ground up, so join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain.

About the team

We are currently looking for a Forklift Operator located in Plover, WI .

About the role

As a Forklift Operator, you will play a critical role in warehouse operations by safely and efficiently moving materials, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting both production and shipping departments. You’ll be responsible for loading, unloading, rotating stock, documenting material movement, and ensuring all packaging areas are fully supplied—while promoting safety and efficiency at every step.

Leadership Principles

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles.

• We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success.

• We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success.

• We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together.

• We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.

Statement of Job

We are looking for technically skilled candidates with excellent attention to detail for the position of Forklift Operator . This role is responsible for optimizing material flow, supporting production with needed supplies, managing inventory movement, and maintaining warehouse efficiency. It requires coordination with various departments and the safe operation of forklifts and related equipment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Warehouse Supervisor

• Check incoming loads for seals and complete incoming carrier reports

• Verify Bills of Lading (BOL) and print pallet labels

• Unload supply trucks safely and efficiently

• Rotate inventory using First Expired, First Out (FEFO) practices

• Supply packing lines with materials (cases, cartons, poly, etc.)

• Transport finished goods to freezer or trailers in a timely manner

• Manage waste (cardboard, trash, dumpsters) and transport to compactor

• Support quality callbacks, pallet returns, and cold storage movements

• Maintain clean and organized work area

• Communicate clearly with team members via radio, written, and verbal communication

• Accurately complete documentation and use computer systems (SAP, InfinityQS)

• Promote safety and follow GMPs

• Perform other supply-related duties as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor or Coordinator

Special Requirements

• Strong mental and manual skills with initiative and independence

• Computer skills and SAP experience for material receiving, shipping, and tracking

• Must hold valid forklift certification

• Willing and able to work 12-hour shifts

• Knowledge of production flow and warehouse processes

Scope of Authority

• All employees have the right to question or refuse a work-related directive that is unsafe

• All employees are expected to take appropriate actions to ensure the safety of people, products, and equipment

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Competencies)

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 1–2 years of forklift experience

• Proven safe driving and work habits

• Willingness to cross-train and work as part of a team

• Mathematical ability to perform basic calculations

• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control software (InfinityQS)

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

• Comfortable working in cold environments

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Prolonged sitting and standing

• Repetitive movements (bending, twisting, reaching)

• Safe operation of forklifts and other required equipment

The McCain Experience

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together.

The Benefits of Working for McCain

McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including but not limited to:

• 401k match at 6%

• Adoption Assistance

• Infertility Assistance

• Education Reimbursement Assistance

• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

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