About the Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing the lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs. Operators stand for hours during the day, continuous lifting skills needed, time on forklift may vary as customer needs exist.

Functions

• Safely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive-in pallet racking.

• Load, unload, and store products and/or materials as designated by the area LEAD.

• Stack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas.

• Use equipment to scan product and print labels.

• Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.

• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed. Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks

• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.

• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.

• May perform housekeeping duties

• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience. Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Pass Background and Drug screen

• Basic computer skills

• Attention to detail

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and touch challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.

• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

• No travel requirements

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Warehouse Setting

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Skills

• Communication
• Accountability
• Operational Excellence

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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)