Forklift Operator - Full-time

We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team in our manufacturing and distribution facility.

Pay Rate: $24.86 / Hour

Shift differential paid for applicable hours worked

Schedule:
6:00 pm - 6:00 am, Night Shift, Full-Time
12 hour shifts on rotating 2/2/3 schedule
Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

Excellent Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K with company match
Company Discounts
Paid Uniforms
Paid Training
Career Advancement Opportunities
Day 1 benefit enrollment!

Key responsibilities:
Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers
Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lift
Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing equipment
Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed
Complete and maintain quality, inventory and preventative maintenance documentation
Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility
Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations
Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output and other key metrics
Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading and truck turn time
Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency
Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required
Provide vacation coverage to team members

Key qualifications include:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast paced forklift environment
Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs
Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred
Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast pace forklift environment
Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
Solid problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12 hour shift, basic math and reading skills
Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays
Ability to successfully complete an online skills assessment prior to onsite interview
Willingness and ability to workin a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)
A valid driver's license, with no major driving offenses in the last 3 years including DUI/DWI, reckless driving, refusal to test, leaving the scene, driving a commercial vehicle without a CDL, or at-fault fatal incident