Forklift Operator

Job Title:
Forklift Operator

Location:

Blue Mountain (Lindsey Warehouse)

Department:
Shipping

Reports To:

Warehouse Manager

Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring the finished product is correctly and safely loaded for shipment by operating a forklift to load freight for outbound shipment.

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner.

• Stay within the allotted time for outbound shipments. Assess the Bill of Lading (BOL) to determine customers' orders correctly.

• Inspect and verify all materials meet quality specifications, shipments and/or receiving.

• Receive inbound items and ensure proper storage of those items, matching items to BOL.

• Manage applicable warehouses and outside storage areas.

• Correctly placard items for inventory, correctly fill out inventory pallet and inventory sheets and damage inventory.

• Stack or restack product onto pallets as needed.

• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors forklift performance and gauges during operation.

• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.

• Follows all safety rules and regulations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must meet Oil-Dri written and hands-on assessment requirements

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents.

• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.

• Possess ability to read and accurately interpret bills of lading.

• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.

• Must have knowledge and ability to learn computer programs, including JDE and RFSMART.

• Must be able to sit on forklift throughout shift.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.

• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.

• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.

• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to:
  Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and pother as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.

• Must be available and willing to work different shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Starting Pay: $22.57 per hour