Forklift Operator (PFC)

Five Star Management • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Forklift drivers are responsible for operating a forklift to safely and efficiently move materials and finish goods around a production facility, including loading and unloading trucks, stacking pallets of rolls, transporting goods between workstations, and maintaining inventory accuracy, all adhering to safety regulations and company procedures. This role ensures all parameters of Safety, Food Safety, and Quality are maintained throughout the plant. The operator must immediately report any incidents and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. They will follow all requirements regarding Forklift Safety, verify and count shipments, and report any damaged or incorrect shipments. The role involves working in a team environment, staging and stacking inventory, using a scanning system for inventory management, and timely delivery of materials and finished goods. The operator will inspect products for damage, stack pallets, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and perform routine checks on forklift functionality. Accurate record-keeping of material movement and inventory levels is essential. The position requires adherence to housekeeping standards, filling out production reports accurately, and performing all tasks with urgency and accuracy, following safety policies and sanitation regulations. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently.
• Computer knowledge.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Mechanical ability to run equipment and use small hand tools.
• Basic math and measuring ability.
• Mental alertness to identify and react to machine process, quality and safety issues.
• Ability to be organized, multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform minor forklift maintenance checks.
• Effective communication with other team members and production personnel.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality output in a timely and efficient manner.
• Able to read and write.
• Repetitive bending, stooping and reaching for extended periods.
• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs, FSSC 22000:2005 and HACCP.
• Preferred experience in forklift operation.
• 1+ year of warehouse experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to sit for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).
• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, carrying.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to safely and efficiently move materials and finished goods.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Stack pallets of rolls and various products.
• Transport goods between workstations.
• Maintain inventory accuracy.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company procedures.
• Ensure all parameters of Safety, Food Safety, and Quality are adhered to and maintained.
• Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition.
• Follow all requirements regarding Forklift Safety.
• Follow all forklift safety guidelines when moving material and/or product.
• Verify and count shipment received and quality control.
• Report to shift leader any damaged or incorrect shipments.
• Work in a team environment.
• Stage and stack inventory in designated areas.
• Use scanning system to keep up with inventory.
• Timely delivery of materials to production lines and finished goods to shipping areas.
• Inspect products for damage during loading/unloading and report any issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, always-working environment.
• Maintain machinery.
• Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency and accuracy.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines including proper forklift operation, load security, and reporting hazards.
• Perform routine checks on forklift functionality and report any issues to maintenance personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of material movement and inventory levels.
• Follow housekeeping standards.
• Maintain area organized and clean.
• Fill out production reports with accuracy and attention.
• Follow safety policies and sanitation regulations.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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