Forklift Operator Trainee
About The Position
Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, a public Fortune 500 company that inspires and brings people together with foods they love and trust. They serve international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries. Lamb Weston is an innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, empowering individuals to make a genuine difference. The company offers hands-on training for growth and success, opportunities for new solutions, and a team of over 10,000 dedicated people. They are looking for individuals with a strong drive for results, a desire to help bring the world together through their fries, and who are ready for a fresh challenge.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to safely operate a forklift and pass certification.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Basic computer knowledge/experience a plus
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
Nice To Haves
- Forklift Driver Training Certificate
- 6 months or more of experience operating a forklift preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate forklift to transport product into/out of cold storage.
- Load and unload truck trailers.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Clean and maintain forklifts, batteries, docks, pallet yard, and cold and dry storages.
- Safe transportation of products, with a forklift in high traffic areas.
- Safe transportation of product, with a forklift, in temperatures of -10º F.
- Safe transportation of dry materials for use in production.
- Safely change lift truck batteries and service them.
- Evaluate and inspect forklift equipment.
- Participate in inventory control and cycle counts.
- Maintain accurate records of all product movement performed on a shift.
- Safely load/unload trucks and accurately complete required paperwork.
- Actively participate in all 5-S requirements (cleaning and organization).
- Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
- Comply with all warehouse policies and procedures.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Support other departments as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
- Paid Time Off
- Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
- Family-Friendly Employee events
- Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
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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
