Position Title: Forklift Operator - Nights 

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Plover Appetizer 

Requisition ID: 36439 

About the role. 

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy.

At the McCain Appetizer plant in Plover, Wisconsin, we’re proud to craft some of the most loved frozen snacks enjoyed across all of North America. As a fast-paced, food-grade manufacturing facility, we’re committed to delivering quality, flavor, and safety in every bite. All powered by a team that works hard, works smart, and supports each other every step of the way.

We’re currently on the lookout for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team at the Plover plant! If you’re someone who’s safety-minded, detail-driven, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, this could be a great opportunity for you. From moving finished goods and stocking production lines to using SAP and scanning systems to keep things running smoothly, this role is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with McCain.

What you’ll be responsible for.

As a Forklift Operator at our Plover, WI Appetizer Plant, you’ll be a key player in keeping our production and warehouse operations running safely, smoothly, and efficiently. You’ll work closely with the Warehouse and Production teams to ensure materials are where they need to be, when they need to be there, while upholding our high standards for safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Here’s what you’ll be accountable for:

Safe Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks safely and efficiently in support of warehouse and production needs.

Inventory Movement: Transport raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods across the plant and into freezers, trailers, or to our production lines.

Loading & Unloading: Handle incoming and outgoing shipments, verify the Bills of Lading (BOL’s), and document deliveries using SAP and scanning tools.

Stocking Production Lines: Keep the production floor stocked with essential materials like cartons, cases, and film to minimize their downtime.

FIFO Rotation: Follow First Expired, First Out (FEFO) practices to maintain product freshness and inventory accuracy.

Support & Communication: Communicate clearly with all team members throughout the plant including, Quality and Supervisors, responding to callbacks and shifting priorities as needed.

Cleanliness & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe work environment by following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety protocols, and job-specific training.

Cross-Department Support: Assist other departments as needed with forklift support, material movement, and supply replenishment.

Adaptability: Be flexible in your role by supporting the team’s needs across the shift, adapting to cold environments, and jumping into other tasks as assigned.

What you’ll bring to the team.

We’re looking for someone who’s not just skilled behind the wheel of a forklift, but also brings energy, positivity, and a team-first attitude to the table. If you’re someone who likes to keep things moving, problem-solve on the fly, and jump in wherever you’re needed—you’ll feel right at home here.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Forklift experience: You’ve spent time operating a forklift in a warehouse or production environment. Certification is a plus, but not required as we’re more interested in proven experience and development of safe habits.

Positive personality: You show up with a can-do attitude, communicate clearly, and work well with people across different teams and shifts.

Self-starter energy: You don’t wait to be told what to do, instead you spot what needs doing and jump in to keep things running smoothly.

Tech-friendly mindset: You’ve worked with SAP or other inventory management systems and are comfortable using an RF scanner.

Problem-solving skills: If something’s off with the equipment or process, you take a moment to troubleshoot and if you need help, you go straight to your Supervisor for backup.

Adaptability: Cold temps? Tight turnarounds? No problem. You’re comfortable working in different environments and adjusting as things shift during your shift.

Reliability: You’re dependable, safety-conscious, and always willing to lend a hand where needed.

It’s a bonus if you have…

These aren’t required, but if you’ve got them, we’re already impressed!

A current forklift certification. While we love to see it, it’s not a dealbreaker.

Previous experience in a food production or cold storage environment would be greatly appreciated, but far from required.

Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and warehouse safety protocols isn’t necessarily needed, but something that we’d love to see.

Experience using SAP for tracking inventory and processing shipments would be super beneficial to the incoming candidate.

A natural ability to stay calm, focused, and friendly, even when the day gets busy.

A willingness to cross-train and grow into other roles over time because our ultimate goal is to see you excel with the team and grow with McCain!

Why Join Us?

At McCain Appetizers, you’ll be an essential part of keeping our Plover production facility moving, literally. As a Forklift Operator, your attention to detail and safe driving skills will help ensure that materials get where they need to go, when they need to be there. You’ll work closely with production, shipping, and warehouse teams in a fast-paced, team-first environment where your contributions truly matter. At McCain, we recognize the value of every role and you’ll have the support, training, and opportunities to grow your career with a company that’s committed to your success.

The benefits of working for McCain.

At McCain, we believe that our success starts with our people. When you join our team, you’re not just getting a job, you’re becoming part of a company that values your contributions and invests in your future. Here’s what makes McCain a great place to work:

Comprehensive Benefits: We offer extended health benefits and pension contributions to support your long-term well-being.

Inclusive and Supportive Culture: We’re committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Career Growth: With access to training, development programs, and advancement opportunities, you’ll have the tools to build a long-term career.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid volunteer days and health and wellness days to recharge and give back to the community.

Team Environment: Join a supportive team where your contributions matter, and you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals.

Stability and Legacy: Be part of a well-established company with a strong reputation in the industry and a commitment to operational excellence.

Impact: Your work will directly support agricultural operations and help farmers succeed and making a difference where it counts.

About McCain.

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values of Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!  

Leadership Principles. 

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles. 
 

We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success. 

We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success. 

We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together. 

We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain. 

The McCain experience.

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually, your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together. 

Compensation Package: $23.84-$23.84 USD hourly + bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.

Shift Differential Pay: $1.75 USD hourly

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. 

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. 

Job Family: Manufacturing      
Division: NA Appetizer Manufacturing 
Department: ​Infinity Warehouse ​
Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Plover 

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.