Forklift Operator in Training (12 hour Days) $20.05/Hr

Idahoan Foods

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Forklift Operator is to efficiently and effectively move products and material to and from the processing/packaging lines and trucks for transfer between plants. Take great care moving material inbound or outbound on trucks using the Company Mobility system, additionally report any issue with the functionality of the Forklift.

Requirements

• Previous experience working around processing equipment preferred.
• Will be required to be Forklift Certified.
• Must have effective oral communication skills to communicate with supervisor and co-workers.
• Must have the ability to read and write and accurately complete paperwork.
• This position requires self-confidence and maturity to make decisions to solve problems with minimal direction.
• Must be a team player, react to change productively, be flexible, and accept change.
• Good decision-making skills with the ability to think ahead.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for keeping the warehouse organized to utilize first in first out (FIFO).
• Excellent driving skills – operate forklift attachments effectively.
• Must be able to multi-task, effectively and efficiently.
• Maintain license for operating the forklift which includes the use of Mobility (company barcode system).
• Document the inspection of all trailers before loading.
• Ensure product is loaded in good condition, counts are correct, and trailer is not overloaded.
• Maintain correct inventory (help cycle count warehouse). Is required to have a working knowledge of item #’s and weights.
• Maintain warehouse, keep area clean, orderly, and maintain correct locations and Id of all items in the warehouse.
• Must comply with all safety regulations, attend safety meetings and follow all plant and safety rules.
• Follows all good manufacturing practices as set by the company policy.
• Supply packaging lines with WIP and materials.
• Move production totes from the staging area to the warehouse.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Increased to $20.80/hr. upon successful completion of training and skills validation.
• Position Validation Program focuses on three core areas: On the Job Training, Standard Operating Procedures and Validation of Performance.
• New team members in the Forklift Operator I position must validate within their position. Once validated, the rate of pay changes from training rate to full pay rate (+ $.75).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees