Receiving Forklift Operator

This job requires the Receiving/ Shipping Ingredients Fork Lift Operator to perform the following tasks:

• Perform trailer inspections and securing trucks prior to loading/unloading
• Check/verify all product labels, names, and quantities received in from suppliers and provide the incoming documents to Inventory Clerk for receiving.
• Unload/unpack materials and label prior to putting in storage.
• Work well with team members to accurately place items in designated storage area in warehouses
• Use handheld scanner to complete inventory moves
• Move product from the trucks to the appropriate warehouse noting proper storage/temperature conditions as well as Allergen/Organic foods control.
• Properly report and handle damaged product and or incoming materials.
• Support the review, understanding and compliance of all programs, policies and procedures contained in the Food Safety and Quality Management System.
• Sorting and organizing pallets and metal drums, bailing recyclables (cardboard and plastic)
• To move product from the warehouse to trucks being loaded following the Pick List so that pulling in FIFO is maintained.
• Perform trailer inspections and securing trucks prior to loading.
• Use a scanner to complete loads, transfer product and split pallets.
• Properly report and handle damaged product.
• To perform general labor
• To work in a safe manner
• To take direction from the Warehouse Operations Supervisor or Shipping Lead Person or Warehouse Dry Lead, to assure procedures are being followed.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or lead person.
• Support the review, understanding and compliance of all programs, policies and procedures contained in the Food Safety and Quality Management System.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

                              % OF

ITEM                    TIME        JOB FUNCTIONS

1.                           30%           Compare product labels, tags, or tickets, with vendor’s packing list, and report damage or inaccurate counts.

2.                           17%           Communicate with scheduler, production, purchasing, and receiving to exchange information regarding all products and materials.

3.                           40%           Safely and efficiently operate fork lift without damage to product, persons, or facilities.

4.                           3%             Maintain daily check list on forklifts and delivering Chep pallets to production.

5.                           10%           Maintain First In/First Out on all ingredients and cleanliness of warehouses 1, 2, & 3,4,6, 8 rotating shifts/duties to fill vacancies, when needed.

TOTAL                 100%

POSITION DIMENSIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Internal Contacts:

 Supervisors, Lead Persons, and Peers

External Contacts:

N/A

Education Level and Focus:

Proof of high school diploma or equivalent; Willingness to continue education through approved courses or classes that will enhance personal and professional growth

Years and Type of Related Experience Required:

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in this occupation. Exposure to manufacturing environment. Forklift experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Interpersonal and Communication:

Requires Fork Lift Training/Certification. Requires strong oral and communication skills; requires calculator knowledge in order to perform duties as assigned.

Technical and Analytical:

Requires good organizational skills and the ability to perform assigned tasks; requires the ability to accurately use scales and formula information.

Administrative and Operations:

Must adhere to departmental procedures; must also follow all safety guidelines established by the company

Physical Demands:

Requires walking, standing, and bending; including lifting, not to exceed fifty pounds without a partner

Work Environment

            Factory environment, forklift and pedestrian traffic.  Wet and slippery floors.  This is a Safety Sensitive Position.