Forklft Operator

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Primarily responsible for operating forklift equipment, setting up the debone area, and transporting finished product. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

• Set up the debone area with coolant, tubs, and transport combos.
• Transport finished product to the scales and manifest area.
• Move product to be reworked.
• Maintain forklift in a sanitary manner and replace battery when needed.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Complete all tasks assigned by management.
• Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
• Available for nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relative poultry industry experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

• Forklift certified.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
• Wear required PPE (Hairnet, smock, earplugs, etc.).
• Stay up to date on PPE changes.

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Frequently exposed to heat (incubators up to 99.5°F).
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.).
• Work around raw, live animal odors; wet and cold environment (45°F‑4°C).
• Stand for an 8‑hour shift.
• Will be exposed to noise (>85 dB), CO₂, and moving production.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing