What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Staffworks?
D-Shift (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & every other Wednesday 6pm-6:30am).
- Must possess a strong work character and can work in a team environment.
- Must possess a strong work ethic and passion for the job.
- Ability to multi-task and follow instructions.
- Must be self-motivated and self-directed to support complex operations.
- Critical thinking and ability to analyze data and situations is a must. This involves being detail oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and organization.
Forklift Operator – Cooler is primarily responsible for the safe loading and unloading of finished goods in accordance with customer orders, specifications and requirements. Accurate inventory control in accordance with our product first-in/first-out (FIFO) inventory methods to maximize product code dates and rotation. Duties include but are not limited to:
· Safe and efficient operation material handling equipment to include lift trucks, pallet jacks and electric battery handling equipment in support of OSHA Powered Industrial Truck requirements and Company policies.
· Effective and accurate operation of automated warehouse management software controls, inventory scanning and management tools.
· Safe and efficient loading and unloading of trailers, following internal/external requirements.
· Load refrigerated trailers in accordance with customer specifications.
· Follow FIFO and inventory control practices and procedures.
· Safe and efficient operation of stretch-wrapping and palletizing equipment (if applicable).
· Perform pre and post load inspections of the trailer.
· Effective communication with internal and external customers.
· Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in detail without deviation.
· Perform equipment safety pre-operational inspections.
· Accurately and neatly complete warehouse shipping and receiving records and documents.
· Perform department environmental and housekeeping controls.
· Perform product rework and repack operations to fulfill customer orders.
· Support internal and external audits.
· Follow all established occupational health and safety procedures.
· Follow all established GMP’s and Food Safety requirements.
· Cross-train with other departments.
· Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
· Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
· Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
· Other duties as required by management.
