1st Shift Freezer Forklift Exp Job Hanover area,Pennsylvania USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: 1st Shift Freezer Forklift [Exp. Required] (1118)

1st Shift Freezer Forklift [Exp. Required]

Hanover, PA 17331

Overview

Job Shift: Day

Description

Responsible for performing warehousing, shipping, and repacking support functions under the direction of the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor.

Performs routine warehouse duties such as but not limited to cycle counts, location changes, spill reports and housekeeping functions, as directed by the Freezer Warehouse Supervisor or Lead person.

Helps load and unload trucks and does the necessary paperwork in a timely and detailed manner as outlined in the procedure's manual.

Checks and confirms that the wheels are chocked in the trailers being loaded. Trailers need to be locked out prior to entering.

Drives a standup forklift to transport cases from the warehouse dock for subsequent trailer loading.

Checks merchandise being received with bill of lading to ensure accuracy.

Ensures that the loading and unloading is done properly to avoid trailer damage.

Operates a standup lift truck to transfer loaded pallets to and from the Frozen Storage area, production lines, railcars, and trucks.

When providing repackaging support, assures proper checks and pick list procedures are being utilized.

Checks and maintains daily forklift batteries (following outlined procedures).

Responsible for physically lifting up to 100 pounds.

Adheres to all common safety practices and procedures including the wearing of protective equipment and clothing as required.

Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) as outlined in the Employee Handbook and as per management's directives.

Adheres to the Company's plant hygiene regulations to ensure high product integrity.

Reports any mechanical of safety problems to the Supervisor or Lead immediately.

Ensures work area is kept clean and orderly in accordance with good housekeeping practices.

Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP's, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc.

All required PPE's such as hair/beard nets, hearing protection, freezer suits, gloves, hats, etc. must be worn. Must wear reflective vests when loading and unloading.

Should not leave assigned work area unless given permission to do so.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

Basic math skills
Ability to record data onto a spreadsheet
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work in all environments
Must be able to work overtime as required
Ability to communicate with management and co-workers
Must maintain a good attendance record
Safe work habits
Ability to operate a standup lift truck
Previous experience working in a food processing and/or warehousing.
The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
The ability to work cooperatively with others.
The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
The ability to perform several tasks at once.
The ability to follow direction or instruction.
The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
The ability to lift and move 100 pounds.
The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.