Shipping Forklift Opr PR07 (2nd Shift)-New Holland Warehouse

Tyson Foods•New Holland, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator – Shipping supports warehouse shipping operations by manifesting and loading trailers, operating powered material-handling equipment, and assisting Shipping, Receiving, and other warehouse departments as needed. The role uses the Enterprise Inventory Management (EIM) system to scan packaging materials and ingredients entering or leaving the warehouse, and requires reading and verifying bills of lading and other shipping documentation. The operator verifies shipment quantities using inventory checks and basic calculations and follows loading procedures to maintain shipping accuracy and efficiency. This is a second-shift role in a fast-paced warehouse environment requiring repetitive motion and constant movement. Work takes place in refrigerated conditions ranging from 28°F to 42°F, and may involve cold, damp, and wet conditions. Physical activities include lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, standing, walking, and operating equipment throughout shifts of 8–9 hours. Regular lifting is up to 40 pounds; some material-handling and receiving duties may require lifting more than 70 pounds. The position requires flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and schedules that may include Monday through Saturday.

Requirements

Have at least 6 months of continuous employment with a single employer within the last 36 months of employment.
Be able to obtain and maintain Tyson forklift certification and successfully complete forklift training and licensing requirements.
Be willing and able to work in a cold, damp, and wet environment.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds regularly; some material-handling and receiving duties may require lifting more than 70 pounds.
Have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Be able to stand and walk for 8–9-hour shifts and bend, twist, turn, push, and pull as required.
Have basic math skills for verifying shipment quantities and completing shipping-related calculations.
Be able to read bills of lading, follow loading procedures, and communicate effectively via email.
Be willing to learn additional duties and accept direction from supervisors.
Be flexible to work overtime, weekends, and schedules that may include Monday through Saturday.
Be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Former Tyson team members must have been separated from the company for at least 180 calendar days; applicants who have worked at Tyson three or more times are not eligible for rehire.
All applicants must provide a government identification number to verify any previous Tyson employment history.

Responsibilities

Manifest and load trailers to support shipping operations.
Operate forklifts, stand-up lifts, and other powered material-handling equipment.
Support Shipping, Receiving, and other warehouse departments as needed.
Use the Enterprise Inventory Management (EIM) system to scan packaging materials and ingredients entering or leaving the warehouse.
Read and verify bills of lading and shipping documentation.
Verify shipment quantities through inventory checks and basic calculations.
Follow loading procedures to maintain shipping accuracy and efficiency.
Learn additional duties and follow supervisors’ direction.