PRD Forklift Operator (12 hr Nights) $20.70/Hr +$2 Diff

Idahoan Foods•Idaho Falls, ID

About The Position

The Forklift Operator efficiently moves products and materials to and from processing and packaging lines and trucks for transfer between plants. The operator carefully moves inbound and outbound material using the Company Mobility barcode system and reports issues with forklift functionality. This role also supports warehouse organization, inventory accuracy, production-line supply, and safe, compliant operations. New team members receive on-the-job training and are expected to demonstrate proficiency through the company’s Position Validation Program, which covers training, standard operating procedures, and performance validation. After successful validation, pay increases from the training rate by $0.75 per hour. Team members who do not validate at the first attempt must try again and pass within one week. Those who cannot validate within the first 10 weeks may move to a qualifying open position; if no such position is available, employment ends.

Requirements

Forklift certification is required.
Effective oral communication skills to communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
Ability to read and write and accurately complete paperwork.
Self-confidence and maturity to make decisions and solve problems with minimal direction.
Ability to work as part of a team, respond productively to change, be flexible, and accept change.
Good decision-making skills and the ability to think ahead.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and remain physically active.
Good hand-eye coordination and 20/20 corrected vision.
Ability to stand on concrete floors for extended periods and safely use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers.
Ability to work under pressure and time limitations, in hot and cold conditions, and at different facilities.
Ability to start at least one-half hour early each day and stay late on many occasions.
Ability to work weekends, including Saturdays and possibly Sundays.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working around processing equipment.

Responsibilities

Organize the warehouse to support first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory rotation.
Operate forklifts with excellent driving skills and use forklift attachments effectively.
Maintain forklift operator certification and use the Company Mobility barcode system.
Document inspections of all trailers before loading.
Ensure products are in good condition, counts are accurate, and trailers are not overloaded.
Maintain accurate inventory, assist with warehouse cycle counts, and understand item numbers and weights.
Keep the warehouse clean and orderly, maintaining correct locations and identification for all items.
Comply with safety regulations, attend safety meetings, and follow plant and safety rules.
Follow company good manufacturing practices.
Supply packaging lines with work-in-process (WIP) and materials.
Move production totes from the staging area to the warehouse.
Report issues with forklift functionality.
Perform other duties as assigned.