Fork Truck Operator (1st Shift)

Warehouse Position

Support the Warehouse Department by accurately and efficiently moving raw materials, finished products, crated equipment, pallets, and related items throughout the facility.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift, electric pallet jack, stand-up forklift, barrel lift, and a turret truck
• Operate the stretch wrapper and properly label the finished product and verify the information is accurate by placing employee number on finished good label for verification
• Identify materials for use and shipment using the IQMS system and physical labeling.
• Operate all required systems necessary to perform daily job tasks, including handheld scanners (IQMS, IQRF, H-Row, Pallet Wrapper, etc.).
• Inspect inbound and outbound trailers for quality receipt and shipment of goods.
• Complete all required documentation promptly and accurately.
• Complete all pick tickets and ensure the staging area is cleared of all products ready for storage.
• Manage staging alerts to support production efficiency, including preparation for shift changes.
• Receiving and shipping inbound and outbound trucks.
• Count, verify, and return stock items to inventory (e.g., inserts and colorants).
• Stage orders for shipment
• Perform daily preventive maintenance (PMs) on all equipment and complete safety/PM checklists (e.g., forklifts, stand-up forklifts, turret trucks).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper trash disposal and sweeping.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior Fork Truck Experience Required
• Must have proficiency with computers and RF scanning.
• One to three of years' experience in Shipping and Receiving within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating material handling equipment.
• The ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English is a requirement. Must be able to fluently speak English.

Skills/Abilities

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Ability to effectively function in a broad-based, fast-paced work environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations with strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic Data Entry Skills, Basic Math Skills, Ability to Read and Write, Good Reasoning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving skills
• Ability to be considered future for promotional opportunities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be on their feet all day; standing, stooping, squatting, and reaching can be expected along with lifting of up to 30 lbs. boxes of raw materials and finished goods.

To maintain proper safety standards according to established Sanitary and Housekeeping Practices (GMP Compliance). Proper use of all safety equipment i.e.: proper use of personal protective gear including hairnets, gloves and safety glasses.