Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift (2:15pm - 10:45pm)

Position Summary The Forklift Driver for the Blending Department moves spices, work-in-process materials, and finished goods safely and efficiently throughout warehouse and production areas using a forklift. Key Responsibilities Perform Buhler system brushouts and washes. Load materials into Buhler silos. Stage materials for the Buhler and Ribbon Blenders. Maintain the Formulation Dump Station area. Scan every material transaction to maintain accurate inventory. Transfer products from the WIP area to the appropriate department. Empty the trash dumpster as needed. Maintain knowledge of raw seasoning locations for efficient retrieval. Complete the daily forklift checklist, including battery charge, water levels, and overall condition. Complete move sheets for all product transfers. Follow all workplace safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Forklift experience is required. In-house forklift certification will be completed prior to using a forklift at Fuchs. Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions. Basic math skills with the ability to perform simple calculations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a routine, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to perform a variety of tasks and adapt to changing assignments with little notice. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to reach, bend, and move freely throughout the work area. Manual dexterity sufficient to handle materials, operate equipment, and complete required documentation. Ability to see and hear within normal ranges, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds. Ability to safely operate material handling equipment and work around moving machinery. Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and GMPs. Work Environment Manufacturing/warehouse setting with exposure to moving equipment, noise, dust particles and varying temperatures. Use of PPE required (e.g. safety shoes, high-visibility vest, glasses, gloves). THIS DESCRIPTION IS A GENERAL STATEMENT OF REQUIRED MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PERFORMED ON A REQUIRED AND CONTINUOUS BASIS. IT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. FUCHS NORTH AMERICA, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons and to administer hiring, working conditions, benefits and privileges of employment, compensation, training, appointments for advancement, including layoffs and recalls for all employees, without discrimination because of race, color, hair texture or protective style, religion, national origin, sex, age, military or veteran status (disabled veterans and Vietnam Era veterans), disability (including pregnancy) and including a need for reasonable accommodation, ancestry, personal appearance, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic status, genetic information including an individual’s refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test, marital status, matriculation, family responsibilities, association with another who is in a protected class, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This policy extends to all employees and all aspects of the employment relationship, and all personnel are hereby directed to make all reasonable efforts to carry out the spirit and intent of the Company policy. Violations of this policy by any employee will be met with appropriate action. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fuchs Gruppe North America