Forklift Operator - 2 Shift

MSI Express•Hammond, IN

About The Position

Responsible for operating material handling equipment to move, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise in accordance with production standards. Uses an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to move merchandise and load and unload product in accordance with material standard operating procedures (SOPs). The role supports warehouse and manufacturing operations and has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within the associate’s sphere of influence. Food Safety and Quality problems must be reported promptly to personnel authorized to initiate action. Additional duties may be assigned by management. MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules.
Ability to read, understand, and follow directions and instructions.
Ability to use automated inventory control equipment as required.
Appropriate eye, hand, and foot coordination to use various equipment and tools.
Ability to manually load and unload, lift and move equipment or product weighing up to 100 pounds.
Ability to mount and dismount a forklift throughout the shift, requiring bending, stretching, stepping, reaching, climbing, and stooping.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and/or sit frequently or throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments and move product within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Stock and store merchandise efficiently in appropriate areas.
Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other powered equipment.
Pull and prepare product for shipment or production, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
Report quality variances to a supervisor or materials manager.
Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
Assist with physical inventories.
Ensure proper stock rotation.
Use the ERP system to move inventory and products in accordance with SOPs.
Follow company policies, including general manufacturing and safety practices.
Report Food Safety and Quality problems promptly to personnel authorized to act on them.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.