Forklift Driver/Buffer - 2nd Shift

ConAgra Foods • Council Bluffs, IA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Buffer Forklift Operator moves finished products within a warehouse at Conagra Brands’ Council Bluffs, Iowa facility. This is an on-site, second-shift role with scheduled hours of 1:30 PM to 9:00 PM and an hourly rate of $23.25. The operator works in a freezer warehouse, uses forklifts to move and stage finished products, and prepares and loads trailers according to established procedures. The role also supports facility maintenance through good housekeeping practices and requires working in a cold environment for extended periods. The posting says forklift operators report to the Warehouse Team Leader and also states that the Forklift driver reports to the operations team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English.
• Operate stand-up, sit-down, hi-lift, and tandem forklifts.
• Move up to 75 pounds.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Knowledge of forklift safety and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of proper forklift loading procedures.
• Understand the effects of product damage.
• Prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Work effectively with others as a team at all levels.
• Knowledge of GMPs.
• Be PIT certified.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform required safety checks of equipment before use.
• Move finished product from the blast freezer to the finished product warehouse.
• Scan finished product into rack locations using the warehouse management system.
• Transport finished product from racks according to work orders and place it in the staging area.
• Prepare trailers for loading by opening dock doors, setting dock plates, inspecting trailers, checking trailer temperatures, verifying load plans, and chocking tires.
• Load trailers according to the load plan and proper procedures.
• Maintain facility conditions through good housekeeping practices.
• Work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k)/pension eligibility.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee resource groups and team collaboration.
• Paid time off.
• Volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED