Warehouse Associate - Forklift

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for moving meat products or materials using industrial vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Operate industrial vehicles including sit-down and stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks and other relevant equipment. Load and unload trucks and ensure proper storage. Transporting, relocating products, and organizing pallets within the designated areas. Ensure proper organization and placement of products to optimize storage space. Ensure compliance with food safety and company policies. Move products and materials manually as required. Assist stack off associates as needed. Maintain equipment and keep work area clean and safe. Receive, verify shipments, and inspect the quantity and quality of products and raw materials. Fill out the shipping and receiving log. Accurately record inventory data. Assist in unloading inbound shipments safely and efficiently. Inspect and document inbound shipments on the Receiving Log. Verify Purchase Order number on bill of lading. Verify Seal number on the truck matches the seal on the bill of lading. Perform trailer inspection for foul odor, condensation, evidence of pest activity, standing water, and excessive trash or debris. Verify product count matches with bill of lading. Receive, log, and deliver parcel packages. Prepare load to be shipped. Keep Box Room stocked and prepare daily physical inventory. Collaborating with suppliers and other teams to ensure accurate and timely processing. Coordinate with warehouse teams to prioritize tasks and ensure smooth workflow. Adhere to safety guidelines and protocols for handling meat products. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience) Experience in a similar position in a food processing environment is preferred. Previous forklift operating experience is preferred or must be able to pass the forklift driving skills test. Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy boxes/packages. Attention to detail and good organizational skills. Ability to work in cold and/or refrigerated environments. Ability to work in a fast-paced and regulated environment. Ability to read, write, and communicate in English with strong verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Spanish is helpful, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stack and lift heavy boxes, crates, or meat products, which can range from 70 pounds or more (unassisted). The job typically involves standing and walking for extended periods to move around the warehouse, inspecting inventory, and fulfill orders. The employee may involve repetitive motions, such as scanning barcodes, sorting products, packaging items, and bending, stoop, and kneel to access products on lower shelves. The employee may operate machinery like forklifts or pallet jacks, requiring physical coordination and the ability to handle heavy equipment. Due to noise levels in the work environment, the use of hearing protection is required. The employee must have good, corrected vision to see details at close range or at a distance. The employee will be working in a cold storage environment and may be exposed to heat when working outside the warehouse area. The employee may be exposed to strong odors such as raw meat and marinades from seasoned meat. While in the production area, employee is required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include hair and beard nets, rubber soled shoes, smocks, hearing protection and hard hats.