Shipping Forklift Operator

Shipping Forklift Operator

Salary Range $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, preferred but not required.
• Excellent mathematical, communication and computer skills, be strongly detail oriented and be able to easily multi-task.
• Should be able to independently initiate, prioritize, and perform or solve work problems and ultimately achieve work objectives and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in written and verbal form with co-workers, supervisor and management.
• Written skills are necessary to properly fill out paperwork.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
• Follow written (Standard Operating Procedures
  -SOP's, company memos & emails) and verbal Instructions.
• Minimum of six months related experience with demonstrated aptitude to learn on-the-job.
• Familiarity with plant equipment operation and SOPs.
• Possess a strong work ethic to positively contribute to the company's mission, vision, values and environmental policies and quality policies.
• Must have a positive attitude, support co-workers to obtain desired objectives, and assist others in their contributions.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time and access stairs and ladders.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat occasionally to frequently.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (in required areas) for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift (up to 50 lbs), carry (up to 44 lbs) occasionally to frequently within normal limits.
• Must be able to learn ERP systems to perform data entry & print reports.
• Attentive to the task and own surroundings.
• Preferably bilingual.
• Food handler's card preferred but not required.

The purpose of this position is to transport product and organize the warehouses for product transfer and shipment.

• Operate the following equipment:
  • Forklift – Toyota
  • Heat Gun
  • Wrapper – 3M
• Prepare products for transfer and shipping.
• Assist with events with the department and the company.
• Document Daily Process (Pallet of LBS by variety).
• Ensure the quality of labels and replace them if necessary.
• Submit the following information to the Inventory Clerk, including but not limited to:
  • Production rates and progress
  • Material inventories
  • Materials used
• Notify supervisor on the production in shipment.
• Confer with department supervisor and team members to assess progress and discuss needed changes.
• Continuously look for ways to improve process efficiency and notify immediate supervisor of observations and recommendations.
• Meet with department supervisor and team members to assess progress and discuss needed changes.
• Work in conjunction with Lean Manufacturing Principles in the Pellet Plant and warehouses.
• Maintain sanitary and safe work environment.
• Follow safety requirements.
• May actively participate on company's Safety Committee.
• Ensure that company safety policies as well as federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations are observed.
• Must have a complete understanding of company's policies, SOPs, QPs, EPs, HACCP and cGMP that pertain to their department to ensure quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability.
• Must adhere to all company policies.
• Examine documents, materials, and products and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications.
• Follow all SOPs in a given area.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Manager and/or designee.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Company Paid Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life And AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lifeworks
• Calm for Work
• 401(k) retirement plan with 6% & Roth option
• Education Tuition Assistance Program
• 10 Recognized Holidays
• 50 hours of personal/sick time pro-rated based upon hire date
• 110 hours accrued Vacation
• Competitive Wages
• Performance Incentive Bonus opportunities
• Wellness Benefit
• Employee Giveback Program
• Individual Development Programs
• Youth Donation Program
• Continuing Education Programs
• Bring your Pet to Work Program (applies to admin positions only)
• Pet Insurance
• And much more…