Forklift Operator (Indianapolis, IN) (8)

Tyson Foods•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring all products and materials are loaded, unloaded, and processed through the warehouse in a timely and accurate manner using a motor-powered forklift. Team members will be fully re-trained and certified on forklift during orientation. Most of the time will be driving PIT including stand-up forklifts and reach trucks for extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from -5 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours)

Requirements

6 months forklift experience listed within the last 12 months.
At least 12 months of warehousing experience within the last 18 months.
Full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs.
Able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.
Proficiency in reading and writing.
Ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels.
Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.
Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Cold storage experience preferred.
Composite toe boots preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure all products and materials are loaded, unloaded, and processed through the warehouse in a timely and accurate manner using a motor-powered forklift.
Move around the work area at a fast pace and willing to bend, squat, lift, push, pull, up to (40) pounds.
Follow all Tyson Policies and Safety Guidelines.
Use a handheld scanner to track products as it is moved around the facility.
Receiver – Receives product accurately into the building using PIT.
Put Away – Pulls product that has been received and puts it into the racking. May be required to palletize or split pallets.
Replenisher – Pulls pallets from racking to replenish pick faces.
Picker – (Case picker/Order Selector and full pallet picker) pulls product either in single or full palletized form to fill and build customer orders.
Loader – Loads trucks with product in an efficient manner that will avoid product damage or loss.