BD Forklift Driver

Fruit of the Loom, Inc.•Bowling Green, KY

About The Position

This position operates a battery- or LPG-powered forklift to move product and equipment throughout the facility for retrieval or storage. The driver uses an RF display to receive stock placement and retrieval instructions, supplies materials to workers as needed, and handles loading, unloading, scanning, and storage of materials. The role also includes routine forklift service documentation and visual inspection of pallets and slip sheets for damage or safety and quality issues.

Requirements

Must pass written and driving tests administered by the facility to obtain a lift license according to company standards.
At least 6 months of work experience as a licensed forklift driver, or at least 3 months of service to the company in an entry-level capacity.

Responsibilities

Drive a battery- or LPG-powered forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, or move materials and equipment between facility areas for retrieval or storage.
Operate an RF display to obtain instructions for stock placement or retrieval.
Inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials as needed.
Load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, cages, trailers, or lifting devices.
Store cartons or pallets in high-bay or reserve storage locations.
Scan labels and barcodes to electronically assign cartons or pallets to locations.
Complete daily forklift service forms for routine maintenance or malfunctions.
Visually inspect pallets and slip sheets for damaged cases, broken pallets, or improperly palletized cases that could create safety or quality issues.