1st Shift Forklift Operator FULL TIME

Herr Foods Inc.•Jackson, OH

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Herr Foods Inc. is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to join its warehouse team in Jackson, Ohio. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, first shift, from 3:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role involves operating a forklift and handling warehouse materials and orders, along with entering and maintaining manufacturing, inventory, and production information in the ERP system. The position regularly involves exposure to wet or humid conditions and extreme cold or heat, and occasionally involves moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and fumes or airborne particles. Applicants must complete a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and preplacement screening to assess their ability to perform the position’s physical requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a stable work history with good references.
Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English.
Must complete a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Must complete a preplacement screening that tests the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

Prior forklift or warehouse experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive a forklift, load trailers, pick orders to palletize, stack boxes, wrap pallets, and work with direct ship programs.
Position forklifts, lifting platforms, or other materials and transport loads to designated areas.
Load or unload stacks of materials on pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
Weigh materials or products and record weights on tags, labels, or production schedules.
Perform and document forklift safety inspections and submit inspection reports to the supervisor.
Accurately enter and track manufacturing data in the ERP system, including production orders, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain ERP records with real-time production status, material usage, and equipment maintenance information.
Enter production and manufacturing data, including raw material consumption, machine usage, labor hours, and quality control data.
Track inventory levels in real time and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely material replenishment.
Perform other ERP responsibilities and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and hearing insurance.
Long-term disability and life insurance.
Accident, hospital, and critical illness indemnity plans.
Identity theft coverage and legal plans.
Opportunity to contribute to a 401(k) with company matching.
Annual company profit sharing.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Employee referral program.
Employee assistance program (EAP) services.
Tuition reimbursement.
Low- or no-cost medical care through the Assured Excellence Program.
Orthopedic care and imaging through the OSS Health Company Direct Program for benefit-eligible employees.