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COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Manzana Products Co. has been in business for over 100 years and is a leading producer of organic apple juice, apple sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Manzana is owned by Agrial, a prominent French co-op of 12,000 farmer members and a force in agriculture and food production.

Manzana’s mission is to create quality apple products by placing the highest value on people, suppliers, customers, and continuous improvement in manufacturing capabilities, with social and environmental responsibility at the heart of our actions.

We are in the process of relocating our manufacturing facility from Sebastopol, CA to Sunnyside, WA. While the facility is essential, we believe that building a strong, dedicated team is the key to success. At Manzana, we work each day to foster a culture focused on food safety, employee health and safety, customer service, continuous improvement, and an inclusive, respectful environment where all team members’ contributions are valued, and feedback is encouraged.

At Manzana, all employees are required to actively participate in our comprehensive Food Safety Program to ensure the consistent production of the highest quality and safest food products. This commitment is essential to maintaining our standards and protecting our customers.

Join us as we grow and make a difference together.

Job Summary

The Forklift Driver sets up the production line by bringing all the materials needed for that specific run, as well as, putting away all finished goods in the warehouse. This includes documenting and scanning all materials, ingredients, apples used. Ultimately responsible for operating several different types and brands of forklifts in a safe manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to store/retrieve all materials related to production activities.
• Accurately and legibly complete paperwork necessary to complete duties.
• Use Barcode Scanning Equipment to document all material movements in and out of the production areas.
• Ensure that all products being put away are properly labeled, are in good condition, and are the correct product for the specified storage location.
• Document all safety, quality, and production information as required and adhere to all safety, quality, and production rules, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with other team members on production lines, mechanics, and supervisors regarding safety, quality, and productivity issues related to driver activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area in accordance with Plant and GMP requirements.
• Perform regular safety checks of forklifts.

Skills/Knowledge

• Must have experience and demonstrate familiarity with forklift controls and the safe operation of a forklift.
• Ability to use basic math skills, add, subtract, multiply, divide and/or calculate percentages in order to complete necessary production documentation, to document materials added to or removed from the warehouses, and to count incoming and outgoing materials.
• Ability to write legibly in order to document safety, quality and production information as required or produce other documents as required.
• Able to use electronic scanners and be able to manually enter necessary production and warehousing information using a keypad.
• Able to read and write fluently in English required; Spanish language skills desirable.
• Able to handle cleaning materials as needed to maintain the cleanliness of the working environment.
• Ability to use sanitizing and cleaning chemicals properly according to safety regulations as well as to handle and properly and safely use all equipment to sanitize and clean the equipment and working area.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to use company-issued electronic tablets, or other approved digital systems to enter quality, safety, and production information accurately.

Working Conditions

This position is performed in a food-processing/production environment and may involve exposure to moving equipment, conveyors, high-pressure water, noise, wet surfaces, varying temperatures, and agricultural materials. Employees must follow all required safety, sanitation, and PPE requirements. Proper PPE and safety procedures are required at all times. The employee must be able to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting as required for assigned duties.

This position regularly works 8- to 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work based on production and business needs consistent with applicable laws and company policies.

Required PPE may vary by work area and assigned task. Employees must wear all PPE required by company policy, hazard assessments, food-safety requirements, and posted area-specific requirements.

PPE may include:

• Hairnet
• Beard net
• Safety glasses or approved eye protection.
• Chemical-resistant gloves appropriate for the chemical and task.
• Chemical/water-resistant protective clothing.
• Safety boots with appropriate slip-resistant soles.
• Hearing protection in designated areas.
• Gloves or other task-specific PPE when required.
• Additional PPE identified through the applicable safety assessment, SDS, sanitation procedure, or posted area requirements.

Employees are responsible for properly wearing, maintaining, and using required PPE at all times.

To protect food safety and prevent contamination, employees entering production areas must comply with all personal hygiene and GMP requirements.

The following are not permitted in production areas:

• Glitter, sparkles, or loose decorative materials.
• False eyelashes or eyelash extensions that present a contamination risk.
• False, artificial, or acrylic nails.
• Nail polish or other nail coatings.
• Jewelry, including rings, bracelets, watches, necklaces, earrings, piercings, or other loose accessories, except as specifically permitted by company policy.
• Items or clothing containing loose, fraying, dangling, or shedding materials that could present a contamination risk.
• Loose personal items that could fall into or contaminate product.
• Any other personal item, accessory, cosmetic, or material prohibited by company GMP and food-safety policies.

Employees must follow all posted hygiene, handwashing, personal protective equipment, and food-safety requirements when entering or working in production areas.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing applicable pre-employment screening requirements, which may include:

• Background check.
• Drug screening.
• DMV check and satisfactory driving record for positions that require driving or where driving-related qualifications are required.
• For forklift operation, successful completion of required forklift training and evaluation and compliance with all company requirements for authorized forklift operators.

Manzana Products Co. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their position. Applicants and employees who require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the job are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Manzana Products Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and maintaining a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, business needs, and other legitimate job-related factors in accordance with applicable law.

Additionally, Manzana offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Healthcare benefits:
• Medical, dental and vision with 100% of the monthly premiums for the Employee paid by Manzana.
• Manzana offers a generous contribution towards the monthly healthcare premiums for eligible dependents.
• Team Members are eligible to enroll the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Life AD&D Insurance (when enrolled in medical insurance)
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 6% of the employee’s contribution.
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays: 9 per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)