MFG Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (2pm - 10:30pm)

Pontiac Foods, a division of Kroger Manufacturing, is located in Elgin, SC. The plant is near Columbia, SC in the Midlands of South Carolina. Pontiac Foods manufacturers coffee, spice, rice and beans and convenience pouch products i.e. gravy packets, ranch dressing mix, onion soup etc. Pontiac has immediate openings for 2nd shift Forklift Operators. The pay and benefits are competitive. Apply now for immediate consideration. Description: Responsible for all aspects of warehouse operation, including equipment and products within the warehouse and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all assigned job functions to achieve and maintain world‑class quality. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Responsibilities Safely and effectively operate and maintain assigned machines and all related equipment to ensure daily orders are met Responsible for all safety procedures, including the wearing of all required personal protective equipment (PPE) Monitor product to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded Read and follow standard work for warehouse policies Safely operate a variety of warehouse equipment and vehicles and utilize a variety of hand tools Arrange for the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment when needed Complete safety observations Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion Verify proper components at the work station before beginning a job Complete all required paperwork and documentation, writing clearly and legibly Actively participate in Total Process Control (TPC) activities Plan, oversee and participate in warehouse operations and activities Maintain regular and predictable attendance, as well as working overtime as needed Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Basic math skills Effective oral and written communication skills Desired Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Any previous food manufacturing experience #J-18808-Ljbffr Kroger