Forklift Operator (Weekend, Overnight)

The Forklift Operator, reporting to the Operations Supervisor, is responsible for safely and efficiently moving products within the warehouse using a forklift, as well as physically loading and unloading trucks. Additionally, the Forklift Operator is tasked with maintaining accurate inventory records, upholding cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with warehouse standards.

Areas that play to your strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

• Key Responsibilities:

• • Ensure the effective and safe use of all equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
  • Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure the energy source for designated equipment is maintained.
  • Operate powered industrial equipment safely (e.g., forklift, electric pallet jack) to transport finished products through the warehouse or onto trucks for customer distribution.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to company standards, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Perform safety inspections and audits as needed.

• • Operate, change over, clean, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on palletizing equipment.
  • Utilize electronic equipment to accurately track inventory within the facility.
  • Ensure quality control by maintaining records, logs, and forms, including pre-trip inspection sheets and other documentation required by the company or regulatory entities.
  • Achieve results with a customer-first mindset, catering to both internal and external customers.
  • Collaborate with team members to prevent line stoppages and continuously identify more efficient methods of operation.
  • Establish strong and trustworthy relationships with team members and business partners.
  • Adhere to standard work policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise

that matter most for this role:

• EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, & EDUCATION (IF APPLICABLE) REQUIRED
• · 2 years Forklift operation experience in warehouse or inventory environments (preferred)
• · Prior exposure to CPG and/or Food & Beverage industries (preferred)
• · Able to demonstrate decision making and problem-solving skills
• · Basic understanding of computer systems and/or warehouse management (WM) systems
• · Fluent in English, additional language skills beneficial
• · Have the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach, and climb steps and/or ladders to perform necessary actions for the role
• · Occasionally lift, move, and place up to 75 pounds
• · Position has exposure to moving mechanical parts, varying temperature, and weather conditions
• · Ability to be certified for and responsibly operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT). e.g., forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and/or other equipment within the facility
• · Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following company standards and procedures
• · At least 18 years old
• · Ability to demonstrate verbal and written communication skills

• Travel 0-10%
• Permanent
• Benefits eligible