Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE To efficiently, accurately and safely handle, transport, load, unload, store and retrieve all incoming and outgoing raw materials, chemicals, components and finished goods. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Unload incoming materials, stage materials in designated area(s). Properly load outgoing finished goods onto trucks, or designated transport vehicle. Check all shipments to certify that they contain the ordered items, correct quantities, weights, measures, lots, pallets, etc. Reviews, examines carrier shipping documents to verify accuracy. Signs and delivers documents to Supervisor. Stage incoming chemicals in quarantine area. Stage in-process components to designated area upon release by Quality Control. Ensure all finished goods in storage are adequately safeguarded and protected to prevent loss, deterioration or damage. Transport pallets to/from production, or other areas as needed. Transport finished goods pallets to wrapper machine, then to designated shipping area. Inspect pallets to ascertain condition. Broken/damaged pallets are returned to vendor for credit. Intact pallets are staged for reuse. Checks quantities, cases, tags, and labels of finished goods from production line. On a daily basis, at the start of each work shift inspects forklift and completes safety checklist. Performs regular internal audit of stored materials. Prepares regular designated finished good for transfer to offsite warehouse Responsible for consistent observance of GMP, SOP, and Safety procedures. COMPETENCIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS As apply, those certifications needed to operate truck, motor vehicle, fork lift, or other required items WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job as mentioned above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job. Employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit; also talk (communicate) and hear (listen); reach with hands and arms, employee must occasionally manually lift or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK 40 hours per week (8 hours per day) OT as needed REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High school graduate or equivalent (GED) is desirable, or one (1) to two (2) years successful experience and/or training as a forklift operator. Also, some knowledge and/or experience in warehousing, shipping, receiving, or combination there of PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read, analyze and understand shipping/receiving documents mandated government regulations regarding weights, measures, and handling of hazardous chemicals. Ability to write reports, effectively communicate with managers, supervisors, co-workers and trucking personnel. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Ability to work with, understand and interpret mathematical values/totals relating to allowable minimum/maximum limits regarding shipping weights, measures, costs/charges. Etc. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS REASONING ABILITY Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Verify uncertain situations, ask questions, do not guess. WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE Must be authorized to work in the U.S. as a pre-condition of employment. EEO STATEMENT Bright Innovation Labs is an equal opportunity employer. Bocchi Laboratories does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. OTHER DUTIES Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr