Job Description

Job Title:

Forklift Operator

Reports to:

Warehouse Supervisor

Status:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Code:

16500

JOB SUMMARY

Forklift Operators are responsible for job functions related to shipping and warehousing along with being held accountable for product quality.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Loading/Unloading/Transferring Materials


Operates forklift truck according to required safety standards

Moves materials to/from warehouse(s)/production line/packaging line, etc.

Unloads/loads shuttles

Picks orders

Stages orders

Removes used item(s) such as pallets, tier sheets, trash bins from production/packaging/warehouse areas




Documentation


Completes required paperwork (e.g., tally sheets, slot change, shuttle transfer, etc.)

Scans materials (via barcode tags) in and out of inventory

Records receipt/loading of materials on driver paperwork (BOL)

Completes "Forklift Operator's Daily Checklist" to indicate forklift/equipment is in proper working order




Other


Assists production/packaging line operators by removing plastic and/or straps from pallets etc. when needed

Performs routine maintenance (not handled by Maintenance Company) such as filling propane tank, checking valves, etc.

Maintains clean work area by picking up trash, sweeping floor, wiping down equipment etc. as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years' prior forklift experience Must be able to successfully use basic math and writing skills necessary to accurately fill out required paperwork Should have working knowledge of warehouse operations or be trainable Must be capable of operating a lift truck in a safe and efficient manner by abiding by plant and company rules for shipping and warehousing Must be able to pass forklift training period through written and driving tests as well as on-the-job work efforts. Demonstrated observation skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

+ Good communication skills + Accurate
+ Detail oriented
+ Multi-task oriented
Proactive

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct:

None

Indirect:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to drive a standard forklift with both hands and both feet Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing Must be able to regularly walk Must be able to used hands to handle and feel Must be able to reach with both hands and arms Must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances Must be able to converse with other individuals Must be able to lift/carry up to 60 pounds Must be safety conscious Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions (i.e.: rain, snow, heat)

JOB COMPETENCIES

Ethics/ Integrity/ Trust Attitude and Commitment Diversity Customer Service

Company Engagement Quality Cost Consciousness

Other

Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre requisite program requirements.

* Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.