Forklift Operator - 2 Shift

MSI Express•Hammond, IN

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates material-handling equipment to move, load, unload, pick, and count merchandise in accordance with production standards. The role uses an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system when moving merchandise and loading or unloading product, following material standard operating procedures (SOPs). Work takes place in a warehouse or manufacturing environment and includes responsibility for food safety and quality within the associate’s sphere of influence. The associate must promptly report food safety and quality problems to personnel authorized to take action.

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 or unload and lift or move equipment or product weighing up to 100 pounds.
Ability to mount and dismount a forklift throughout the shift, involving 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 in appropriate areas efficiently.
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 product are loaded.
Keep appropriate inventory records and reports.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
Report quality variances to a supervisor or materials manager.
Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly condition.
Assist with physical inventories.
Ensure proper stock rotation.
Use the ERP system to move inventory and product in accordance with SOPs.
Follow company policies, including general manufacturing and safety practices.
Promptly report food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.