3rd Shift Forklift Driver
3rd Shift Ingredient Driver Job Category: Shipping and Receiving
Requisition Number: 3RDSH005904
Location: Geneva, IN 46740, USA
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Job Code: 16500
Job Summary:
Forklift Operators are responsible for job functions related to shipping and warehousing along with being held accountable for product quality.
Principal 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:
To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Must be able to drive a standard forklift with both hands and both feet
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing
Must be able to regularly walk
Must be able to used hands to handle and feel
Must be able to reach with both hands and arms
Must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances
Must be able to converse with other individuals
Must be able to lift/carry up to 60 pounds
Must be safety conscious
Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions (i.e.: rain, snow, heat)
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.
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