3rd Shift Forklift Driver [Exp. Required] (1056)

HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION•Penn Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating a lift truck, transferring loaded pallets to and from storage areas, production lines, cars, and trucks. Selects orders to be transferred according to work order. Checks the lift truck daily to ensure they are properly maintained – i.e., gas, electrical charge, oil, water, etc. Reports any mechanical and/or safety issues to the Supervisor or Lead immediately. Assists in maintaining proper inventories and receivings. Adheres to common safety practices and regulations including the wearing of protective equipment and clothing as required. Adheres to the Company’s hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity. Keeps area clean in accordance with good housekeeping practices. Responsible for physically lifting up to 80 pounds as required. Checks and confirms that the wheels of the trailer being loaded / unloaded are chocked. Should not leave work area unless given permission by Supervisor and/or Lead. Responsible for following food safety, legality and quality policies and procedures within the scope of the job responsibilities such as but not limited to: GMP’s, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, plant security, etc. Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson.

Requirements

Ability to operate a lift truck
Basic math skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work overtime as required
Must maintain a good attendance record
Safe work habits
The ability to attend work predictably and regularly and to be punctual.
The ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).
The ability to work with mathematical concepts and to apply concepts to practical situations.
The ability to work cooperatively with others.
The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
The ability to perform several tasks at once.
The ability to follow direction or instruction.
The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
The ability to lift and move 80 pounds.
The ability to sit/stand/bend/stretch, etc.
The ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.

Responsibilities

Operate a lift truck, transferring loaded pallets to and from storage areas, production lines, cars, and trucks.
Select orders to be transferred according to work order.
Check the lift truck daily to ensure they are properly maintained (e.g., gas, electrical charge, oil, water).
Report any mechanical and/or safety issues to the Supervisor or Lead immediately.
Assist in maintaining proper inventories and receivings.
Adhere to common safety practices and regulations, including wearing protective equipment and clothing as required.
Adhere to the Company’s hygiene standards to ensure high product integrity.
Keep area clean in accordance with good housekeeping practices.
Physically lift up to 80 pounds as required.
Check and confirm that the wheels of the trailer being loaded/unloaded are chocked.
Follow food safety, legality, and quality policies and procedures within the scope of job responsibilities (e.g., GMP’s, HACCP, safety, product quality, food security, plant security).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Leadperson.