Forklift Operator, Food Manufacturing Warehouse
Overview
You will own the loading and unloading of shipments for a food manufacturing warehouse, moving up to 50 pallets per shift. You will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts alongside a small warehouse team, ensuring order accuracy and strict food safety. This role stands out for its direct impact on production lines and a clear path to permanent employment.
What You'll Do8
- 1Load and unload trucks using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, verifying counts against bills of lading.
- 2Inspect incoming products for damage and quality, escalating discrepancies to supervisors within 30 minutes.
- 3Stage and shrink-wrap finished goods for outbound shipments, labeling each pallet to spec.
- 4Supply production lines with raw materials like corn and flour, timing deliveries to avoid downtime.
- 5Maintain shipping logs and inventory counts in the warehouse management system, updating records hourly.
- 6Perform daily forklift inspections and basic maintenance like checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- 7Clean your workstation and equipment per GMP and HACCP standards, sanitizing surfaces between shifts.
- 8Follow OSHA safety rules, wearing required PPE and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
Requirements9
- 11+ year operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts in a warehouse setting
- 2High school diploma or GED
- 31+ year experience in shipping and receiving operations
- 4Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for 8+ hours
- 5Knowledge of GMP and HACCP food safety guidelines
- 6Familiarity with OSHA regulations and proper PPE use
- 7Basic math skills for counting and verifying shipment quantities
- 8Experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
- 9Ability to operate shrink wrap machines and label products
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