Forklift Operator (Stand Up) – 2nd Shift Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

Forklift Operator (Stand Up) – 2nd

Shift Department:

Packaging Operations Employment Type:

Full Time Location:

La Vergne, TN Compensation:

$20.00 – $22.00 / hour Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, picking, loading, and unloading assets with little or no supervision while operating a forklift. This job will be heavy on loading responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Operates a gas or electric forklifts (sit down and stand up) in the warehouse. Operates a forklift and other powered equipment when required and is thoroughly trained and operational; may perform more complex, heavy, or oversized transports. Performs daily machine inspections while adhering to established safety procedures. Reads and understands Bills of Lading and Pick Sheets. Moves product to work areas according to production schedule and daily pick-up sheet where needed. Stacks product in storage areas, loads and unloads shipments to and from the trailer(s). Uploads full and partial pallets, wrap pallets when necessary, stages product for loading, and checks pallets for accuracy to order. Maintains clean and organized aisles or racks storage, consolidates partial pallets when needed. Labels, sorts, wraps, and ties inventory products. Loads product into containers by hand. Completes required paperwork per company standards. Communicates with management and maintenance personnel on a timely basis to facilitate maintenance and repairs. Complies with company safety policies and maintains a clean and orderly work area. Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality. Performs tasks with little or no supervision. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING

High school diploma or equivalent required Minimum of two (2) years or more of related experience in a manufacturing preferred Forklift certification required Valid state-issued driver’s license preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment Ability to perform more complex problems Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed Must display a positive attitude and work well with all levels of personnel Benefits Employee-owned Advancement Opportunities Weekly pay Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts 401(k) with employer match Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans Tuition assistance program Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)