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Forklift Technician jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or related fields. Many employers in logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing operations hire OPT workers directly, and roles often qualify for STEM OPT extension if your degree program is STEM-designated.
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Get Access To All JobsHELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.
Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose - that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life. This role is not available for sponsorship including I-983 participation.
Position Summary:
Responsible for the safe operation of forklifts and other equipment to receive, stock, pick, load, transfer and ship raw or finished products, and ensuring accurate and complete documentation of same.
Responsibilities:
- Uses sit down and stand-up forklifts to stock, pick, and transport pallets of raw/finished products in warehouse, load/unload trucks, transfer products.
- Utilizes computerized system which may include radio frequency to maintain records of product movement in and out of warehouse.
- Packs and weighs boxes of products and assigns appropriate methods of shipping in accordance with customer needs; prepares related documents.
- Manually restacks pallets, restacks raw material drums up to 600 pounds via rolling/pushing, and picks products from shelves (10 to 150 pounds) and loads on forklift.
- Checks forklift for safety and smooth operation daily (e.g., fluids, horns, back up lights).
- Operates wrapping machine to securely wrap boxes loaded on pallets; adjusts controls for tension, size, etc.
- Performs inventory duties including counting, verifying and checking documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Completes batch and other records and physically checks materials against records and inventory documents; fills outweigh tags accurately and completely; and places quarantine stickers on vendor receipts.
- Enters data from various inventory and batch records into computer ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Communicates with leads and supervisors on schedules and priorities to ensure smooth flow of correct materials into manufacturing and other areas in accordance with production schedules.
- Uses orders to locate and pull specific items from shelves and packs them for shipment; uses forklift as necessary to move product.
- Performs a variety of other clerical duties in support of the department including production of daily shipping paperwork, answering telephone and taking requests and messages, inventory control maintenance, preparation of miscellaneous pre-pack kits and other mailings, quarterly and other mailings, and incoming and outgoing deliveries and shipments.
- Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or GED is required.
Certification:
Requires forklift certification upon attainment of the position.
Experience:
Requires one to three years of warehousing experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Have good communication skills with the ability to follow verbal directions and written procedures to determine method of shipping.
- Ability to complete and maintain documentation logs and communicate via email and on the phone with others.
- Physical ability to reach, push, pull and lift boxes weighing 5 to 600 pounds in raw material receiving, 5 to 300 pounds in component receiving and 5 to 75 pounds in distribution with the use of powered industrial equipment.
- Basic arithmetic skills to count/balance numbers of products and perform routine calculations.
Physical Requirements:
- Drive/operate forklifts for the majority of the work shift.
- Push/pull/lift/roll products from 5 to 600 pounds with forklift.
- Work safely within tight deadlines.
OUR OFFER
Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist - you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team - to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.
Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being - as well as peace of mind. These rewards - plus our new recognition program - ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.
The salary range for this position is $36,000.00 - $58,000.00. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.
Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime. Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.
Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email recruiter@pharmavite.com.
CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:
Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
JOB ALERT FRAUD:
We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information. Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section. If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: recruiter@pharmavite.com.
HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.
Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose - that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life. This role is not available for sponsorship including I-983 participation.
Position Summary:
Responsible for the safe operation of forklifts and other equipment to receive, stock, pick, load, transfer and ship raw or finished products, and ensuring accurate and complete documentation of same.
Responsibilities:
- Uses sit down and stand-up forklifts to stock, pick, and transport pallets of raw/finished products in warehouse, load/unload trucks, transfer products.
- Utilizes computerized system which may include radio frequency to maintain records of product movement in and out of warehouse.
- Packs and weighs boxes of products and assigns appropriate methods of shipping in accordance with customer needs; prepares related documents.
- Manually restacks pallets, restacks raw material drums up to 600 pounds via rolling/pushing, and picks products from shelves (10 to 150 pounds) and loads on forklift.
- Checks forklift for safety and smooth operation daily (e.g., fluids, horns, back up lights).
- Operates wrapping machine to securely wrap boxes loaded on pallets; adjusts controls for tension, size, etc.
- Performs inventory duties including counting, verifying and checking documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Completes batch and other records and physically checks materials against records and inventory documents; fills outweigh tags accurately and completely; and places quarantine stickers on vendor receipts.
- Enters data from various inventory and batch records into computer ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Communicates with leads and supervisors on schedules and priorities to ensure smooth flow of correct materials into manufacturing and other areas in accordance with production schedules.
- Uses orders to locate and pull specific items from shelves and packs them for shipment; uses forklift as necessary to move product.
- Performs a variety of other clerical duties in support of the department including production of daily shipping paperwork, answering telephone and taking requests and messages, inventory control maintenance, preparation of miscellaneous pre-pack kits and other mailings, quarterly and other mailings, and incoming and outgoing deliveries and shipments.
- Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or GED is required.
Certification:
Requires forklift certification upon attainment of the position.
Experience:
Requires one to three years of warehousing experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Have good communication skills with the ability to follow verbal directions and written procedures to determine method of shipping.
- Ability to complete and maintain documentation logs and communicate via email and on the phone with others.
- Physical ability to reach, push, pull and lift boxes weighing 5 to 600 pounds in raw material receiving, 5 to 300 pounds in component receiving and 5 to 75 pounds in distribution with the use of powered industrial equipment.
- Basic arithmetic skills to count/balance numbers of products and perform routine calculations.
Physical Requirements:
- Drive/operate forklifts for the majority of the work shift.
- Push/pull/lift/roll products from 5 to 600 pounds with forklift.
- Work safely within tight deadlines.
OUR OFFER
Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist - you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team - to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.
Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being - as well as peace of mind. These rewards - plus our new recognition program - ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.
The salary range for this position is $36,000.00 - $58,000.00. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.
Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime. Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.
Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email recruiter@pharmavite.com.
CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:
Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
JOB ALERT FRAUD:
We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information. Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com’s Careers section. If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: recruiter@pharmavite.com.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Forklift Technician
Confirm your degree qualifies the role
Forklift Technician positions must connect to your field of study to satisfy OPT requirements. A mechanical engineering or industrial technology degree strengthens your case. Document the technical overlap clearly before accepting any offer to avoid authorization issues.
Target employers with existing OPT experience
Large logistics operators, equipment dealers, and manufacturers are far more likely to have hired OPT students before. Smaller shops may not know the process. Prioritize employers with structured HR departments who can navigate work authorization paperwork without delays.
Check whether your degree is STEM-designated
A STEM OPT extension gives you 24 additional months of work authorization beyond standard OPT. Degrees in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or industrial engineering typically qualify. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before your initial OPT period ends.
Apply before your OPT start date
Many employers will not hold a role open while waiting for OPT authorization to begin. Apply three to four months before graduation so you can align your OPT start date with the employer's onboarding timeline and avoid a gap in employment eligibility.
Track your employment carefully for STEM extension
If you plan to apply for a STEM OPT extension, your employer must enroll in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan. Confirm these requirements before accepting an offer so you are not scrambling to meet them when your initial OPT period approaches its end.
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Can F-1 OPT students legally work as Forklift Technicians?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your field of study. Forklift Technician positions align well with degrees in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or mechatronics. Your DSO must authorize OPT for a position related to your program, so confirm the connection between your specific degree and the job duties before applying.
Do Forklift Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree. If your degree is in a STEM-designated program such as mechanical engineering or industrial engineering, and the Forklift Technician role uses those skills, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and agree to a formal training plan. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO.
How do I find Forklift Technician employers who hire OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the best place to start. It filters job listings specifically for international students on OPT, so you can browse Forklift Technician roles at employers already familiar with work authorization requirements. This saves time compared to applying broadly and running into employers who are unfamiliar with or unwilling to hire OPT workers.
Does my employer need to sponsor me or file anything for OPT?
No employer petition or sponsorship is required for OPT. Your work authorization comes from USCIS through your school's DSO, not from your employer. The employer does not file anything for standard OPT. For STEM OPT extension, the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign a training plan, but that is a lighter process than H-1B sponsorship.
What happens if my OPT expires before I find a Forklift Technician job?
If your OPT expires without employment, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you cannot work but can remain in the U.S. to prepare to change status, depart, or explore other options. You cannot begin a new OPT period for the same degree level. If you have a STEM-eligible degree and were employed, applying for the STEM extension before expiration is the most common next step.
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