Forklift Operator

Greenwood Associates•Northlake, IL

9d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a power forklift truck in freezer, refrigerator, and loading dock environments to handle inbound and outbound shipments of drums, pails, boxes, and other containers of processed fruit products. This is a full-time, at-will, non-exempt hourly position. Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00AM-3:30PM with occasional overtime

Requirements

Previous experience with warehousing or loading dock preferred, food or beverage facility experience a plus
Training and certification to operate “sit-down” and “high-lift” forklifts preferred; training available
Basic math skills and reading comprehension, including ability to communicate, read, write, and comprehend standard operating procedures, policies, and instructions
Attention to detail and ability to accurately and efficiently multitask while working in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility in working hours as needed by the operation, including overtime as necessary
Ability to use close vision and peripheral vision to identify product, label, container, and equipment issues; physically lift and handle up to 60-pound pails, packages, and containers; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and/or tools; bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods performing repetitive motions
Ability to tolerate exposure to temperature changes and varying noise levels, including at freezer and refrigerator temperatures for extended periods of time (equipped with appropriate cold weather outer wear and other PPE)

Responsibilities

Operate a power forklift truck to consolidate and prepare product for storage and/or shipment
load and unload trucks at the company’s loading dock
Organize certificates of analysis, bills of lading, and other shipping or receiving documents
Operate a sit down or high lift forklift truck to move products in a freezer or refrigerated warehouse
Ensure the accuracy, quality, and safety of incoming and outgoing goods by following defined procedures to inspect vehicles and materials to confirm that product and packaging is received and maintained in accordance with applicable policies and standards
Make equipment adjustments as necessary and perform routine maintenance of the equipment including diagnoses of minor equipment issues or malfunctions
Become proficient in multiple warehouse and dock functions and processes to engage in various roles across facility and provide backup to other personnel
Participate in training sessions, plant meetings, teams, and committees
Ensure proper time keeping and leave approval per company policies