Forklift Operator -1st Shift

Utz Brands, Inc.•Gastonia, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Utz Quality Foods is hiring a Forklift Operator for its new logistics facility in Gastonia, North Carolina. The role handles inbound and outbound product, maintains inventory rotation and product integrity, and uses forklifts and scanning devices to support warehouse operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The operator loads finished products for distribution centers, bins, and distributors; unloads incoming purchased products and places them into inventory; and follows load sheets and proper code rotation procedures. The position also includes conveyor work, pallet handling, and responsibility for quality and food-safety tasks. The role requires following safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Basic math and reading skills.
Forklift operator’s license.
Ability to operate production and data-entry equipment.
Follow personal and food-safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to stand most of the time.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 70 pounds.
Willingness and ability to work in or around consistently hot equipment and environments.
Ability to multitask and work as part of a team.
Oral and written communication ability.
Proficiency with basic hand tools.
Knowledge of safe operating practices involving lock-out/tag-out programs and food safety.
Experience with general mechanic tools, such as Allen wrenches and screwdrivers.
Strong commitment to company values.
Wear non-slip shoes and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Load trailers with finished product for distribution centers, bins, and distributors.
Read load sheets to determine the quantity of each product to load for destinations.
Unload inbound trailers with purchased products and place products into inventory.
Operate forklifts and stand-up forklifts when loading and unloading.
Maintain the integrity of product rows and stands when pulling from or adding to inventory.
Stack empty pallets and place them on a conveyor or in a trailer.
Load and unload conveyors as required and operate scanning devices.
Ensure proper code rotation.
Perform quality and food-safety tasks for the position.
Work with management and associates to ensure food-safety programs are followed.
Report food, office, or operational safety problems to a supervisor or manager.
Perform other duties as assigned to support company and department objectives.