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Red Gold Inc.

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 days ago

Location: Elwood, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 12 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Loading/Unloading/Transferring Materials Operates forklift truck according to required safety standards Moves materials to/from warehouse(s)/production line/packaging line, etc. Unloads/loads shuttles Picks orders Stages orders Removes used item(s) such as pallets, tier sheets, trash bins from production/packaging/warehouse areas Documentation Completes required paperwork (e.g., tally sheets, slot change, shuttle transfer, etc.) Scans materials (via barcode tags) in and out of inventory Records receipt/loading of materials on driver paperwork (BOL) Completes "Forklift Operator's Daily Checklist" to indicate forklift/equipment is in proper working order Other Assists production/packaging line operators by removing plastic and/or straps from pallets etc. when needed Performs routine maintenance (not handled by Maintenance Company) such as filling propane tank, checking valves, etc. Maintains clean work area by picking up trash, sweeping floor, wiping down equipment etc. as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years' prior forklift experience Must be able to successfully use basic math and writing skills necessary to accurately fill out required paperwork Should have working knowledge of warehouse operations or be trainable Must be capable of operating a lift truck in a safe and efficient manner by abiding by plant and company rules for shipping and warehousing Must be able to pass forklift training period through written and driving tests as well as on-the-job work efforts. Demonstrated observation skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Good communication skills Accurate Detail oriented Multi-task oriented Proactive

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct:

None Indirect:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting

to complete a task at lower levels Standing
to complete most all tasks Walking Climbing
to get to parts department, when using ladder, on equipment Reaching
to perform activities, to get tools out of toolbox Kneeling
to perform work activities at low levels Crawling
to perform work activities under equipment Squatting Bending/stooping
to pick up tools or parts, to perform work tasks at lower levels or inside a machine Twisting
to perform work activities Pinch
to use tools, to manipulate wires Grasping/handling
using tools, manipulating parts Must be able to drive a standard forklift with both hands and both feet Must have stamina and be able to move quickly Must be able to lift 80 pounds (pallets when necessary) Must be safety conscious.

Free to move about in office environment as needed

JOB COMPETENCIES

Ethics/ Integrity/ Trust Attitude and Commitment Diversity

Customer Service
Company Engagement Quality Cost Consciousness Other Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre requisite program requirements.

Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management. Education Required High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.