Forklift Driver

The Production Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operating and managing of industrial equipment to load, unload and move product and packaging, from storage areas, machines and loading docks. The prime function of the role is to support the supply chain through locating and moving stock of product, packaging materials and pallets from storage areas to the production floor, and the unloading of trucks for all incoming product and packaging material and accurately count and document shipments. Responsibilities: Operate forklift or other hand truck activities, to stage, count, sort and move shipments of product and packaging material Ensure a constant supply of packaging and product to the production floor; check quality and condition of product and packaging; rotate and organize inventory per company procedures, using FIFO method Examine shipment contents and compare with records to verify accuracy and quality of shipment; place shipment to designated location; rotate and organize inventory per company procedures, using FIFO method Communicate frequently with Production Supervisor, report quality issues, damage, shortages of product or packaging Maintain a clean work area; remove empty and damage pallets, wood, and plastic Daily inspection of assigned forklift or other material handling equipment; report damages or mechanical issues to personnel with authority Remove all waste from packing area by using dump bins and supply empty bins to be filled Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure stand