Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Forklift Operator

• 2nd Shift 3.

5 3.5 out of 5 stars Orestes, IN 46063 Red Gold Inc. 186 reviews

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

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 prerequisite program requirements. Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.