Forklift Operator Warehouse Trainee

Lamb Weston•American Falls, ID

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Cold Storage Lead and the direction of the Manager, the Forklift Operator Warehouse Trainee moves product to and from railcars and trucks, directs and records loading, and supplies or removes bulk product for packaging lines and bin dumps. The role checks, accepts, stores, and, when needed, re-warehouses product packaged or processed during the shift. It also receives inbound shipments of dry supplies and chemicals, records quantities, and distributes items to appropriate storage or use areas to maintain accurate inventories and keep production supplies available. The position delivers supplies to packaging lines according to written and verbal instructions. The role removes finished-product pallets from manufacturing areas, verifies case counts, item IDs, and bay locations, and stores product using first-in, first-out rotation. It stages and loads orders, inspects trailers and trucks before loading, records shipment information, verifies loaded items and quantities, and counts inventory as needed. The operator prioritizes tasks to provide production lines with materials and support required to meet budgeted line flows.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a forklift operator position.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, policies, programs, and SOPs.
Ability to work all shifts: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
Ability to comply with Good Manufacturing Practice policies and wear personal protective equipment as required.
Availability for scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Responsibilities

Supply the correct product to and from railcars and trucks, and direct and record loading.
Supply and remove bulk product for packaging lines and bin dumps.
Check, accept, warehouse, and re-warehouse product packaged or processed during the shift as necessary.
Receive inbound dry supplies, chemicals, and other materials; record quantities and distribute them to the appropriate storage or use areas.
Deliver supplies to packaging lines according to written and verbal instructions.
Remove finished-product pallets from manufacturing areas and verify case counts, item IDs, and bay locations.
Store finished product using first-in, first-out rotation and re-palletize partial pallets as needed so earlier code dates ship first.
Stage and load orders according to the Bill of Lading.
Inspect trailers and trucks for sanitation issues, infestation, or damage before loading; complete a Trailer Inspection Report and report discrepancies to the Warehouse Supervisor.
Record shipped items, quantities, and code dates on the Bill of Lading, then verify loaded items and quantities.
Count inventory as needed.
Prioritize tasks to supply process lines with the materials and support needed to maintain budgeted line flows.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts.
Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
Paid time off.
401(k) plan with company contributions.
Financial planning services.
Employee stock purchase program.
Life and accident insurance.
Family-friendly employee events.
Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services.
Compensation and bonus incentive programs.