Forklift Operator 10p-630a

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Move caps, packaging and finished goods to and from production line and storage locations in the warehouse.

• Pull/receive loads and distribute product throughout designated areas of the plant.

• Perform routine safety checks of forklift including battery, brakes, lift controls, and alarms prior to using equipment.

• Maintain accurate records and provide count for materials handled.

• Maintain working knowledge of warehouse operations, configurations and procedures.

• Must know how to read and interpret schedules.

• Safely and accurately perform all duties as required for this position to ensure the safety and quality of our products.

• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Must be willing to obtain forklift certification.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Must be dependable, reliable and mature enough to handle equipment safely and sensibly.

• Must be able to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.

• Proficient math, reading, and writing skills. Accuracy is a key performance factor.

• Ability to learn and use SAP inventory management software.

• Must be willing to work on all lines and learn to perform all positions, including changeovers.

• Must be able to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays/Sundays, as determined by business needs.

• Experience in manufacturing or distribution preferred.

• Experience working with manufacturing equipment preferred.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Good physical condition, able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

• Ability to perform the following: standing, climbing, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.

• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.

• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills.

Environmental, Health and Safety Requirements:

• Must wear all required personal protection equipment (PPE) associated with specific manufacturing work environment and job duties as stated in the Employee Handbook, posted policies, or as assigned by leadership personnel. To include, wearing Blue Nitrile Gloves in production Zone 1 areas.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, such as lock out/tag out, safe lifting techniques, and all others as instructed.

• Inform Management of ANY Food safety issues, Quality issues, or of any processes which become noncompliant with specified requirements.

Food Safety:

• Notify supervisor of any repairs or adjustments that are required.

• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.

• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.

• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.

• Controls further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required