Job Opening:
Forklift Operator

Position: Forklift Operator

Company: Yonder Cider & The Source Cider

Work location: Production Facility, Wenatchee, WA

Full Time or Part Time: This is a full time, hourly position.

Reporting to: Operations Manager


About the Position

Yonder Cider and The Source Cider are two rapidly growing cider companies located in Wenatchee, Washington. We are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator with at least one year of recent forklift experience to join our team immediately. If you're interested in joining a busy and productive team in an ever changing production environment, this role is for you! This is a full time, hourly position with an estimated schedule of 8am-4:30pm, Mon-Fri (may shift depending on production schedule) with potential to work overtime.


Job Responsibilities: 

  • Operate a forklift safely and efficiently; initially pass company forklift certification training, and keep certification current, per company requirements.

  • Organize and prepare materials (apples, bins, IBCs, cans, etc) for movement, per production schedule.

  • Load and unload trucks. 

  • Keep spaces clean and organized. 

  • Assist with inventory and documentation related to shipping and receiving. 

  • Perform standard upkeep procedures for forklift; immediately report any safety concerns to operations manager.

  • Assist with forklift preventative maintenance, as able. 

  • Work cooperatively within and across departments.

  • Other duties, as assigned.


Qualifications: 

  • Ability to perform basic math functions (add; subtract; multiply; divide) and read/understand SOPs/calendars/spreadsheets to follow production schedule, truck deliveries, press operations, safety policies, and work instructions.

  • Minimum of one year of recent forklift experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment with a production schedule. Current certification is not required to apply; the candidate will need to successfully complete the company's forklift certification class.

  • Ability to timely move materials in a safe and efficient manner, per assigned schedule. Requires excellent time management and organization skills.

  • Must be extremely safety-minded; be willing and able to comply with all safety rules and PPE requirements, including wearing a seatbelt.

  • Must be willing and available to work flexible schedule and overtime.

  • Willing to follow and enforce all in-house safety protocols, including COVID policies. 

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.


Required Skills:

  • Cidery, brewery or related production experience preferred

  • Ability to work safely and efficiently

  • Ability to work well both alone and with a team

  • Ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously

  • Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining quality and safety standards

  • Strong attention to detail and cleanliness

  • Effective time management skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

  • Ability to effectively communicate with staff throughout the brewery

  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule (general schedule of Monday-Friday)

  • Ability to understand written and spoken English

  • Ability to problem-solve on the fly

  • A fun and positive attitude

Schedule: 

Start and end times may vary; estimated schedule is Monday - Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, but flexibility needed due to shifting production schedule; overtime may be required.

Compensation: 

  • $19 per hour, with review after six months

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Medical and Simple IRA Retirement Fund with 3% matching (after 90 days)

  • Cider and merch perks


To apply, please email resume and references to jobs@yondercider.com with subject line “Application for Yonder Forklift Driver”.