Shipping Forklift Operator (1st Shift | Full Time)

What does it take to create 1.7 BILLION cups of coffee a year? Ask Cascade Coffee!

Cascade Coffee is a leading coffee manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. For nearly 50 years, we've roasted, flavored, and packaged coffee for some of the biggest names in the industry. Our 150,000-square-foot facility supports over 50 million pounds of coffee production each year.

We offer a great benefits package to support you and your family:

• Healthcare - Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Company matches $1-for-$1, no waiting period
• Life & Disability Insurance - Long-term coverage fully paid by us
• Extra Insurance Options - Life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Mental and financial well-being resources
• Paid Time Off - Generous vacation and sick time
• Pet Insurance - Protect your furry friends
• Cascade Cares - Monthly team events and engagement activities
• Leadership Training - Learn and grow with industry-leading programs

POSITION SUMMARY:

Role: Shipping Distribution Clerk - 1st Shift

Pay: $21.00 - $22.25/hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00AM - 2:30PM
Reports to: Warehouse Manager

What You'll Do:

• Utilize a forklift to efficiently and safely move and load pallets of finished goods on 53' trailers.
• Complete all necessary paperwork for the entire shipping process of each outbound truck, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organize, consolidate, and strategically place new products in shipping lanes daily, ensuring smooth production flow.
• Maintain a First-In/First-Out system to guarantee that expiry requirements are met without any spoilage.
• Overtime may be required to complete loading of pickups on a day-to-day basis.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks in and around storage areas daily, promoting cleanliness and organization.
• Continuously strive to improve processes and refine methods of job performance, seeking out opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Uphold and deliver safe, high-quality, and consistent products and services that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our valued customers.
• Adhere to the guidelines and requirements outlined in the General Safety Communication Program.
• Complete any additional duties or tasks that may be assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the team.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Forklift Experience Required

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 50-75lbs occasionally
• Attention to Detail
• Able to Accurately Perform Repetitive Tasks

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EQUIPMENT:

• This is a warehouse position inside a warm and dry facility.
• This position requires work in a warehouse roasting facility that requires constant standing on concrete floors, exposed to loud equipment noise and subject to coffee dust strong odors.
• Personal protection equipment and other Good Manufacturing Practices are mandatory.

WORK HABITS:

• Regular attendance and promptness are required for this position.
• Some work may be required outside of the normal work week.

At Cascade Coffee, we value diversity and inclusion. We hire based on skills and performance, not race, gender, religion, or background.

Pay Range: $21.00 - $22.25 per hour