Job Details
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 RESPONSIBILITIESDirect: 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 COMPETENCIESOther 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)