Forklift Operator VBC - Shipping & Receiving (1st Shift)

Work at Simmons•Van Buren, AR

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transfers and moves products and materials using an industrial forklift, hand lift, or pallet jack while following safety procedures and company and USDA requirements. The role supports shipping, receiving, production, storage, and inventory activities, and includes routine equipment checks and servicing, maintaining an orderly dock and work area, and completing reports. The operator also contributes to team activities and follows Simmons operating-system principles and policies. The position description notes that other duties may be assigned in support of business objectives.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a forklift license and pallet jack license.
Must be able to move or lift up to 50 pounds from floor to shoulder level.
Follow safety procedures and company and USDA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a poultry or food processing organization is preferred.
High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Store and move products using an industrial forklift, hand lift, or pallet jack.
Operate electronic or hand-operated pallet jacks between departments, buildings, and grounds.
Collect and deliver materials while following established safety procedures.
Deliver materials to work areas as directed by the production supervisor, stack materials in storage areas, and load or unload shipments in trailers.
Handle moved products and equipment safely and ensure they are not damaged.
Perform routine equipment servicing, including changing and charging batteries and checking tires.
Identify mechanical problems or damage to pallet jacks and report them to the supervisor for inspection and repair.
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area and equipment, and follow prescribed safety regulations.
Perform a visual safety inspection of machinery before operation.
Load and unload trucks, stacking and consolidating partial pallets.
Assist with inventory and accurately record numbers and codes.
Keep the dock area clear and organized to support efficient workflow.
Complete and deliver daily and weekly reports to the floor supervisor.
Participate in team development, communication, implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies, and coordination of work according to B.E.S.T. practices.
Attend appropriate team meetings and support team cohesiveness by identifying and helping resolve issues.
Stay familiar with Simmons operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, and company policies; communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.