What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Frozen Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator (2:00 pm-10:00 pm) position at Harlan Bakeries LLC?
Overview
The Frozen Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of product lines while ensuring proper rotation is always maintained.
Job Responsibilities
- Follow and comply with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s);
- Safety, demonstrated behaviors in support of company safety procedures with focus on zero injuries;
- Responsible for loading trailers with pallets, operating a stand-up forklift in and out of the warehouse;
- Ensure all product that is being placed in the freezer is in good shippable condition;
- Ensure pallets are tagged properly. (Color Coded Tags, Pallet Stickers, and Pallet Tickets);
- Accurately locate (store) product in respective racks;
- Accurately pick and stage product for loads and ensure proper rotation (oldest out first) is being used;
- Locating and picking finished goods from Freezer Warehouse;
- Assist Palletize, Stocker Picker, Loader, and Team Lead personnel as needed;
- Assist with special projects as needed.
- Responsible for accurately documenting the production log and scanning product into the inventory database;
- Keep pallet dispenser full of pallets;
- Deliver each skid to the appropriate freezer and stage product to the floor;
- Periodically locate product to the rack (includes all levels and warehouses);
- Assist in loading and unloading trucks as needed;
- Ensure all equipment and surrounding work area is maintained;
- Communicate problems to supervisor immediately;
- Participate in month and year end inventory;
- Communicate with production department to maintain efficient operation;
- Comply with all regulatory agencies;
- Performs other required tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required;
- Experience working in a production, manufacturing or distribution environment for minimum of 3 months;
- Ability to speak, read and write English;
- Ability to use a Scissor lift for Inventory maintenance;
- Ability to obtain forklift certification;
- Ability to withstand below -10 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period;
- Physical ability to handle product and pallets weighing up to 60 lb.;
- Experience working in a food processing or packaging environment;
- Experience working in a GMP compliant environment;
- Able to work at heights up to 30 feet;
- Exhibit a positive attitude within a team environment;
- Detail oriented and self-motivated;
- Regular and predictable attendance.
