Forklift Operator (Certified) - All Shifts

Job:  Forklift Operator

Type:  Hourly – Nonexempt

Class:  Full Time

Position Summary:

DG Foods is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Certified Forklift Operators for our facility in Hazlehurst, MS. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. Your job could involve driving around refrigerated warehouses, storage spaces and other facilities.  DG Foods has a very aggressive compensation program based on performance.  This is a full-time position with the opportunity to participate in our company benefit programs!   We are hiring for all shifts.

Essential Job Functions:

Job duties are as follows, but not limited to:

• Unload materials from incoming vehicles and stack them in their assigned areas.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or shipping quality deficiencies.
• Responsible to help maintain and clean equipment following company operational guidelines and policies.
• Performs pre-operation inspections daily and is responsible for reporting all deficiencies or damage. 
• Responsible for notifying supervisor for Tag Out or Removal from service if forklift doesn't pass inspection.
• Transport raw materials to assigned areas.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Maintain personal work area in accordance with DG Foods GMP, SSOP and HACCP regulations. 
• Perform general clean-up task to keep work area clean and free of excess debris.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment for the facilities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements:

• You must be coachable because we want you to succeed!
• Must be comfortable with working in a fast-paced manufacturing/production environment.
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment is a must.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must pass our multiday orientation class.
• Must be legally eligible to work in accordance with federal and state law.
• Must have dependable transportation to and from DG Food facilities, no exceptions.
• Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.
• Must be able to always wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must pass internal skills assessment with a score of 80% or above and must be able to demonstrate the skill set.  
• Possess a certification as a Forklift Operator from an accredited learning institution in which the program is compliant with OSHA and/or National Safety Council (NSC).
• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.  However, other combinations of experience and education will be considered. 

 Physical Requirements:

 Ability to work in a cold and wet environment. 

• Must be able to work sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 70 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

About DG Foods:

DG Foods is the south’s premier poultry custom processor and portioner with locations in Louisiana and Mississippi.  We are committed to being a service-oriented supplier of high-quality poultry products within a workplace that is safe, healthy, and injury-free. We are dedicated to safely meeting our customers’ needs and expectations as well as continually being at the forefront of product quality, processes, and customer service.

DG Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.