Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Overview

The Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of product lines while ensuring proper rotation is always maintained.  

Job Responsibilities

• Follow and comply with all Safe Quality Food and Good Manufacturing Practices;
• Safety, demonstrated behaviors in support of company safety procedures;
• Responsible for loading trailers with pallets, operating a stand-up forklift;
• Ensure all product that is being placed is in good shippable condition;
• Ensure pallets are tagged properly. (Color Coded Tags, Pallet Stickers, and Pallet Tickets);
• Accurately store product in respective racks;
• Accurately pick and stage product for loads and ensure proper rotation;
• Responsible for accurately documenting the production log and scanning product into the inventory database;
• Deliver each skid to the appropriate location and stage product to the floor;
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks as needed;
• Ensure all equipment and surrounding work area is maintained;
• Communicate problems to supervisor immediately;
• Participate in month and year end inventory;
• Communicate with production department to maintain efficient operation;
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required;
• Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment for minimum of 3 months;
• Ability to speak, read and write English;
• Ability to use a Scissor lift for inventory maintenance;
• Ability to obtain forklift certification;
• Physical ability to handle product and pallets weighing up to 60 lbs.;
• Experience working in a food processing or packaging environment;
• Able to work at heights up to 30 feet;
• Exhibit a positive attitude within a team environment;
• Detail oriented and self-motivated;
• Regular and predictable attendance.