Forklift Operator

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. They operate the lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs. 1st Shift Receiving Department: 6:00am-2:30pm.

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution, including standard sit‑down or stand‑up forklifts, clamp, and picker equipment.
• Load, unload, and store products and/or materials.
• Stack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas.
• Use equipment to scan products and print labels.
• Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Complete cycle count as required.
• Perform daily safe inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure facility is inspection‑ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
• May perform housekeeping duties.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience. Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a forklift operator license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Pass background and drug screening.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

• Action‑oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize work processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

• This position is not expected to travel.

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life and supplemental life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off approximately two weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• Employer‑paid holidays – 10 days.

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