What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Driver position at United Source One?
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that connects diverse cultures through the power of food? At United Source One, an international leader in food exports, we pride ourselves on delivering quality products to markets around the world. We’re looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our dynamic team and help us continue to deliver premium products while fostering strong relationships across borders. If you’re eager to contribute to a company that values quality, integrity, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you!
Position Summary: Responsible for moving and storing freight via forklift, pallet jack, or other equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
· Transports/moves product to designated locations in warehouse.
· Ensures all pallets are labeled correctly before putting in designated storage space.
· Wrap pallets and put away in designated areas.
· Assures all forklift inspections and safety procedures are followed.
· Maintain battery in forklift and pallet jacks for optimum performance.
· Keeps the freezer and warehouse organized and safe condition.
· Arrives at work 15 minutes early to ensure that the services line can start at the designated time.
· Works with Services, Receiving, and Shipping department in moving, putting away and retrieving freight as needed.
· Assist services line when needed, including Custom Pack.
· Performs heavy lifting; up to 50lbs regularly; 80lbs-100lbs occasionally
· Assisting Maintenance department with various forklift and equipment repairs around the building.
· Ensures compliance with TSA regulations.
· Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
· Excellent communication skills.
· Must be extremely detail oriented.
· Must possess time management skills.
· Forklift Certification. (Given in house)
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
· This is a fully in person position with no opportunity for remote work.
· Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
· Must be able to work in a cold environment, with the proper cold barrier suits provided by the company.
· Must be able to sit on a forklift for long periods of time.
If you are ready to take on an exciting role as a Forklift Operator and contribute to our mission at United Source One, we invite you to apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 10% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22