Forklift/Mule Operator - RKF

FPL FOOD, LLC • Thomasville, GA

9d • $17 - $20

About The Position

The Forklift/Mule Operator supports sustainability efforts by facilitating the movement of incoming and outgoing products through the warehouse and manufacturing areas. The role requires forklift operating experience and adherence to all Safety, GMP, and Food Safety policies and procedures.

The position description outlines the general nature and level of the work and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or required skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience operating a forklift to load and unload trailers in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing plant, including extended periods in refrigerated, noisy, non-air-conditioned, or unheated areas.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling.
• Willingness and ability to follow safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and noisy manufacturing environments.
• Willingness and ability to lift or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, face shields, ear plugs or other hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes, and other job-specific PPE.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience operating a forklift in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily team safety meetings.
• Operate a forklift proficiently.
• Operate a forklift within 30 to 60 days of provided training.
• Keep accurate records of transactions involving inbound and outbound materials.
• Identify contaminants, such as wood and plastic, in baled materials and sort materials as necessary.
• Maintain a safe facility by removing debris from warehouse areas.
• Assist team members throughout the warehouse and manufacturing areas as needed.
• Follow Safety, GMP, and Food Safety policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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