Forklift Driver

Novolex • Florence, KY

19d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating lift truck, ensuring that product and supplies are transported properly and according to specifications. Must operate forklift in a manner that meets all safety standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or applicable work experience
• One to three years of experience driving a forklift is necessary
• Must be able to pass forklift training
• Must be able to operate motorized vehicle and possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards
• Complete pre-shift OSHA inspection and related paperwork on forklift truck; clean truck as outlined in procedure
• Keep work area clean and organized, per standards
• Follow all applicable food service policies and procedures
• Follow all PPE policies, wearing steel toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets/beard nets, etc. as required
• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner, following all applicable forklift procedures and rules
• Report any mechanical problems with forklift so they can be repaired
• Pull finished products in production areas
• Stretch wrap all palletized loads
• Store wrapped goods in appropriate areas of warehouse
• Keep accurate records of finished goods in inventory
• Take cartons and pallets to production area when needed
• Bring special delivery shipments from production floor to shipping department for daily shipping
• Maintain documentation on raw material and finished product moves
• Responsible for filling propane tank on tow motor
• Minimize waste of finished product
• Know and understand fire prevention policies and procedures
• Meet/achieve shipping goals set forth by management

Benefits

• With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees