Job Details

Why Jolly Time?

At American Pop Corn Company, popcorn is more than a product it's tradition, family, and fun. With over 100 years of innovation, hard work, and dedication, we take pride in every detail of what we do, all for the sake of making better popcorn. Our address isn't just for show ONE FUN PLACE reflects a culture built on teamwork, pride, and happiness. When you join us, you're not just making popcorn you're helping create memories and sharing the Official Snack of Happiness in every delicious kernel.

Core Overview and Essential Job Functions

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safe and efficient movement, storage, loading, and inventory control of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role supports production and shipping operations by operating powered industrial trucks, maintaining accurate inventory records, preparing outbound orders, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The position requires strong attention to detail, safe equipment operation, and effective teamwork within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Equipment Operation & Material Handling

• Operate propane or electric powered industrial trucks (forklift, slip-sheet/layer picker, clamps, and other lifting devices) to move, stack, stage, and transport materials.
• Safely load, unload, and stack materials on pallets, racks, trailers, and warehouse storage areas.
• Position forks or lifting devices to handle pallets, skids, boxes, and packaged products without damage.
• Supply production lines with materials and remove finished goods as required.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance including battery charging, fueling, lubrication, and equipment inspections.

Order Picking & Inventory Control

• Accurately pick, stage, and prepare outbound orders according to shipping priorities and timelines.
• Utilize barcode scanners, inventory systems, and license plate tracking to verify product identity, quantity, and location.
• Conduct inventory counts and maintain accurate records of materials and finished goods.
• Verify case counts, product rotation, and pallet configuration standards.
• Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or inventory errors promptly.

Shipping, Loading & Transportation Support

• Inspect trailers and containers for cleanliness, safety, and compliance prior to loading.
• Load trucks and containers using proper weight distribution and securement practices to prevent shifting or damage.
• Assist with truck and axle weight verification to meet regulatory limits.
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation and communicate completion status to supervisors.
• Meet established loading timelines and operational efficiency standards.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Follow all forklift safety procedures, plant rules, and OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain clear visibility and safe travel speeds when operating equipment.
• Use horns, signals, and awareness practices when operating in shared work areas.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in warehouse and dock areas.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions or damaged materials when observed.

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, truck drivers, and team members to coordinate workflow.
• Provide assistance across warehouse operations as directed.
• Support continuous improvement, productivity, and quality initiatives.
• Perform additional duties assigned to support operational needs.

What You'll Need/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational, technical diploma, or associate degree preferred.
• One to three months of related warehouse, manufacturing, or forklift experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, work instructions, labels, and shipping documents.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and complete basic documentation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
• Ability to work with units of measure including weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to verify counts, quantities, and basic inventory information.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn inventory systems, scanners, and database software.
• Strong attention to detail with good memory and recall for processes and inventory locations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Benefits

American Pop Corn Company has an amazing benefits package! Here are just some of our great benefits:

• FREE family health and dental insurance. That's right - JOLLY TIME doesn't charge for these benefits - and it's a major medical plan with full coverage!
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% match
• Six paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Annual Bonus Program
• Referral Bonus
• & More!

EOE post-offer drug screen required. E-verify. American Pop Corn Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.