Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

Material Handler (Forklift Driver)- Production Job Description and Responsibilities Performs functions directed towards successfully and efficiently meeting packaging goals for customer orders by supplying materials and ready-to-package products to the Packaging lines, and finished goods to the Warehouse. Other related duties assigned as required by the production manager/supervisor.

Entry Pay Rate:

$19.50 per hour. Shift Differential paid for off shifts.

Essential Job Functions:

Must be able to work overtime and weekends if necessary. Operate Forklift to move product from production to packaging and from packaging to Warehouse. Supply empty pallets and materials to pack lines as needed to keep packing lines operating. Required to assist in stacking at the end of the line as needed by loading boxes/bags onto a pallet. Requires lifting up to 25 - 55 lbs. continuously. Required to assist in the dumping of products at the deck as needed. Requires pushing/pulling 100+ lbs. Required to assist as packer operator as needed. Completes paperwork as needed. Must maintain the integrity of raw materials. Must assist in inventory and cycle counts Keeps area and equipment clean; follows LOTO procedures when cleaning equipment. Other duties as assigned by supervisor and warehouse manager. Requirements High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Minimum of 1 year of warehouse/packaging experience within a food manufacturing environment or similar operation. Ability to comfortably operate standard warehouse equipment, including proficient operation of stand-up forklift and load move system. Approximately 2 years of previous experience in a forklift position/operation is preferred. Must be able to stack and lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to push/pull 100+ lbs. Newly Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Veterans/Females/Disabled Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.