Forklift Operator

Peterson Farms Inc•DeLand, FL

42d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for conveying materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas. This role involves sorting and placing materials, assembling customer orders, and maintaining inventory records. The operator will also be responsible for shipping finished product, receiving raw materials, and completing all related documentation accurately and in a timely manner. A key aspect of this role is ensuring food safety and quality by monitoring job tasks and promptly reporting any concerns.

Requirements

Willingness to operate various types of forklifts.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Six to twelve months related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as production schedules, inventory reports, sales forecasts, safety rules, motor carrier regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Proficient typing and computer skills including knowledge of Internet software; Inventory software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software (MS Excel), Word Processing software (MS Word) and Email software (Office 365).
Knowledge of and competence in the use of Warehouse Management System software and hardware, including handheld scanning devices.
Must attain within seven (7) working days of initial hire or placement in this position and maintain a current and valid forklift and pallet jack operator's license.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Convey materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated rooms or freezers.
Respond to requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distribute items to production workers or assembly line.
Assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves or convey orders to packing station or shipping department.
Mark materials with identifying information and record amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
Properly utilize the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to reflect production, shipping, receiving and inventory data.
Ship finished product and complete any and all related documentation in accordance with approved Finished Product Shipping Standard Operating Procedures.
Receive raw materials and complete any and all related documentation in accordance with approved Raw Materials Receiving Standard Operating Procedures.
Complete all Trailer Inspections and any and all related documentation in a thorough, accurate and timely manner.
Monitor job tasks to ensure food safety and quality and promptly report any concerns or issues to supervisor and/or Quality Assurance Department.
Weigh or count items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
Arrange stock materials in specified sequence for assembly by other workers.
Drive vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
Prepare samples or other parcels for mailing.
Follow policies and procedures and use equipment and materials properly.
Observe safety and security procedures and report potentially unsafe conditions.
Maintain inventory records and perform cycle counts as necessary.