What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stand-Up Forklift Operator- S. Kitley Ave position at Harlan Bakeries LLC?
Overview
The Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of product lines while ensuring proper rotation is always maintained. Work hours are 3:30 pm -12:00 am Monday to Friday.
Job Responsibilities
- Follow and comply with all Safe Quality Food and Good Manufacturing Practices;
- Safety, demonstrated behaviors in support of company safety procedures;
- Responsible for loading trailers with pallets, operating a stand-up forklift;
- Ensure all product that is being placed is in good shippable condition;
- Ensure pallets are tagged properly. (Color Coded Tags, Pallet Stickers, and Pallet Tickets);
- Accurately store product in respective racks;
- Accurately pick and stage product for loads and ensure proper rotation;
- Responsible for accurately documenting the production log and scanning product into the inventory database;
- Deliver each skid to the appropriate location and stage product to the floor;
- 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;
- Perform other required tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required;
- Experience working in a 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;
- Physical ability to handle product and pallets weighing up to 60 lbs.;
- Experience working in a food processing or packaging 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.
