Cannery Production / Warehouse Forklift Driver

Position: Cannery Production / Warehouse Forklift Driver

Department: Operations

Classification: Union 

Pay: $27.44-$31.05

Stanislaus Mission:

To attract quality-oriented restaurateurs with consistently superior tomatoes and olive oil, keep them through legendary service, and invest in talented people who share our dedication to customer success.

The Company

Stanislaus Food Products is a nationally recognized, family-owned company known for crafting the finest Italian-style tomatoes and sauces for top-quality Italian restaurants and pizzerias.

If you take pride in the quality of your work and prefer working on a team of talented individuals who share your passion for excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Primary Duties:

• Operate forklift for physical movement and shipment of goods in and out of the production and warehouse areas.


• Obtain written or verbal instructions from immediate supervisor.


• Check pallets for accurate stacking.


• Load and unload highway trucks

Seasonal Requirements:

• During our summer Fresh Pack tomato season, our Modesto production facilities operate 24/7.


• Must be able to work any shift during our summer Fresh Pack tomato season. 


• Overtime is required up to 12 hours daily during our tomato processing season.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pass all pre-employment screenings, which may include drug screening exam, physical exam with lifting (40-50 lbs.) and bending requirements, and I9 verification.


• Be flexible with shift change requirements and have reliable transportation throughout the season.


• Must be able to work long hours, including weekends.


• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written in English.


• Maintain reliable attendance throughout the season.

Pay and Benefits: 

• Competitive on Industry Pay


• Health, Vision, Dental Benefit Packages


• Retirement savings benefits including pension plan


• Paid Vacation and Company Holidays


• 401k Program


• Production based performance bonus 


• Other available benefits. 

Stanislaus Food Products is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.