Forklift Operator-SMGJP00031160

Summary

Responsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility. Forklift Certification Required .

Roles & Responsibilities

• Performs a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate. Checks fluid levels

• For oil, water and fuel before operating the lift

• Ensures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory

• Removes palletized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required

• Places palletized bags in inventory and ensuring they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging other inventory

• Actively participates in plant cleanliness by re-stacking, picking-up trash and debris, and washing their equipment

• Reads the BOLs and places the correct quantity and SKU on the carriers trucks in a safe and efficient manner. Any changes to the BOLs must be communicated to the Dispatcher and or office personnel

• Performs physical inventory counts of finished goods as required

• Meets quality and quantity standards

• Responsible for the safe operation of the forklift and maintaining fluid levels

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to drive a forklift- Ability to lift 50 pounds

• Ability to climb on and off of required equipment

• Ability to sit for long periods

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide

• Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions.

• Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather.

• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays

Required Skills

Forklift Certification

Work Authorization

• US Citizen

• Green Card