Forklift Operator

The forklift operator is responsible for the efficient material handling and loading and placement of finished, palletized products. This individual is expected to conduct themselves in a matter which promotes the continuous improvement of Grassland's mission for quality, safety and efficient production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:

• Comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety and quality assurance practices
• Verify quality control items such as sampling, coding and packaging
• Organize and rotate stock within FIFO guidelines
• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping
• Communicate with inventory and shipping personnel regarding ongoing organization of product
• Perform forklift operations for the Packaging and Shipping & Receiving departments
• Complete order fulfillment and all documentation associated for incoming and outbound trailers
• Account for daily production totals and product placement
• Demonstrate an understanding of incoming and outgoing products and materials
• Contribute to general cleaning and housekeeping throughout the plant as needed
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete necessary training elements and competencies
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and backfill throughout the department as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
• Ability to understand product identification and coding
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of understanding of the layout of coolers, freezers and warehouse locations
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality and efficiency
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance
• Must maintain necessary certifications and comply with Grassland forklift policies for the operation of powered industrial equipment

Education/

Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 1 year of forklift operations experience preferred

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Full-Time, Permanent
Greenwood, WI

The forklift operator is responsible for the efficient material handling and loading and placement of finished, palletized products. This individual is expected to conduct themselves in a matter which promotes the continuous improvement of Grassland's mission for quality, safety and efficient production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:

• Comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety and quality assurance practices
• Verify quality control items such as sampling, coding and packaging
• Organize and rotate stock within FIFO guidelines
• Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping
• Communicate with inventory and shipping personnel regarding ongoing organization of product
• Perform forklift operations for the Packaging and Shipping & Receiving departments
• Complete order fulfillment and all documentation associated for incoming and outbound trailers
• Account for daily production totals and product placement
• Demonstrate an understanding of incoming and outgoing products and materials
• Contribute to general cleaning and housekeeping throughout the plant as needed
• Follow standard operating procedures and complete necessary training elements and competencies
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and backfill throughout the department as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
• Ability to understand product identification and coding
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of understanding of the layout of coolers, freezers and warehouse locations
• Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality and efficiency
• Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance
• Must maintain necessary certifications and comply with Grassland forklift policies for the operation of powered industrial equipment

Education/

Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 1 year of forklift operations experience preferred