What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Maola Local Dairies?
SUMMARY:
Supports shipping division by operating a forklift to load, unload, move, stack, stage, and count product/materials. Maintains a clean, sanitary and safe work area. Ensures all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Loads and unloads product in a safe and efficient manner.
- Responsible for the accurate loading of all palletized orders.
- Receives incoming product and stock into designated areas.
- Operates and cleans equipment: e.g., palletizer, bander, etc.
- Cleans up all debris and hoses down area immediately after any spills.
- Notifies shift supervisor immediately of any breakdowns or any mixed products.
- Sets aside “mistake products” for inventory and re-stocking.
- Maintains appropriate records and reports to ensure accurate inventory counts.
- Additional duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Willing to work overtime and weekends occasionally. Perform other related duties as required by supervisor.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performing this position requires climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, reaching and handling. This Position will require employee to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
