Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Lineage Logistics • McDonough, GA

5d

About The Position

Use electric-powered industrial trucks with lifting devices to move products, equipment, and materials while following regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Ensure proper loading and unloading of materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting devices. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. and may require a flexible schedule, including weekends if needed.

This position offers an opportunity to begin a career path within Lineage, with the potential for greater responsibilities and promotions. Team members learn how the business operates and contribute to meeting customer requirements. Lineage says it values respect, team-member care, development, and engagement.

Requirements

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to understand instructions in the country’s official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold-storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry-storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kg; required weight may be higher depending on the facility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
• Comfort working with varying noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.

Responsibilities

• Position forks, a lifting platform, or other lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials; transport, load, and unload them in designated areas.
• List materials and record the weight, counts, and condition of frozen food items using a Radio Frequency (RF) system.
• Complete the daily forklift maintenance/check sheet.
• Lead safety inspections of truck chalking and the glad-hand process.
• Communicate with semi-truck drivers to ensure safety precautions.
• Monitor battery charge, maintain and clean batteries, and leave material-handling equipment at the proper charging station.
• Work with other machinery and material-handling equipment.
• Follow regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Annual bonus eligibility
• A minimum of seven holidays throughout the calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed