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Butterball
FORKLIFT OPERATOR II Cooler Attendant (ES)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$43,868 / year median in North Carolina
+7% projected growth
Job Description
The function of the job is to safely transport products from areas of production or storage to another established destination. This could involve the loading or unloading of trucks. At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily. Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today! Key Responsibilities
- Perform forklift checks daily to ensure proper and safe operation.
- Complete all required paperwork pertaining to product, orders, placement, inventory.
- Accountable for punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.
- Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) product standards and guidelines.
- Communicate with drivers, coordinators, supervisors, and managers.
- Account for all products and materials in assigned area including inventory and product location.
- Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)
- High School Diploma or related Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment including areas with foot traffic and other material handling traffic.
- Use a handheld scanner to scan products.
- Safely operate forklifts-sit down or stand up, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or dollies to move stock or reorganize product.
- Able to follow all instructions and work under minimal supervision.
- Obtain PIT certification.
- Ability to communicate with all levels of management Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Prior Forklift operator experience
- Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 50-65 pounds.
- Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.
- Position requires working around processing plant equipment.
- Must be physically capable of working extended hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends if needed and in varying elements that could include damp, cold, wet, hot or warm environment, standing for long periods of time.
- This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
- The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance