Forklift Operator VBC - Line 4 Packout (2nd Shift)

Work at Simmons•Van Buren, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transfers products and materials using an industrial forklift, hand lift, or pallet jack while complying with safety procedures and company and USDA requirements. The role moves products between departments, buildings, and grounds; delivers materials to work areas; stacks materials in storage; and loads and unloads shipments and trucks. The operator handles products and equipment safely, prevents damage, keeps the dock and work area organized, and supports efficient workflow. The operator inspects equipment before use, performs routine servicing such as changing and charging batteries, and reports mechanical issues, damage, defective materials, and questionable conditions to the supervisor. The position also assists with inventory and records numbers and codes, and completes daily and weekly reports for the floor supervisor. As a team member, the operator attends team meetings, supports team concepts and company policies, coordinates work with colleagues, and communicates concerns and improvement ideas related to Simmons' operating systems. Other duties may be performed as needed to support business objectives. The role requires the ability to move or lift supplies weighing up to 50 pounds from floor to shoulder level. Required personal protective equipment includes standard waterproof gloves, hearing protection, a chemical-resistant apron and gloves, a face shield, and reinforced-toe footwear. The operator must be able to obtain and maintain forklift and pallet jack licenses. Poultry or food-processing experience is preferred; a high school diploma or GED is preferred. Applications for hourly production positions in the Fort Smith-to-Van Buren, Arkansas area are accepted in person Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Simmons Foods Hiring Center in Fort Smith; in-person applications receive priority consideration.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a forklift license and a pallet jack license.
Must be able to move or lift supplies weighing up to 50 pounds from floor to shoulder level.
Must follow safety procedures and company and USDA requirements.
Must use required personal protective equipment: standard waterproof gloves, hearing protection, chemical-resistant apron and gloves, face shield, and reinforced-toe footwear.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a poultry or food-processing organization is preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Store and move products using an industrial forklift, hand lift, or pallet jack.
Operate an electronic or hand-operated pallet jack between departments, buildings, and grounds.
Collect and deliver materials while following established safety procedures.
Deliver materials to work areas as directed, 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 pallet-jack mechanical problems or damage and report them to the supervisor for inspection and repair.
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Keep the work area, equipment, and dock area clean, safe, and organized.
Perform a visual safety inspection of the machine before operating it.
Load and unload trucks, stacking and consolidating partial pallets.
Assist with inventory and accurately record numbers and codes.
Complete and deliver daily and weekly reports to the floor supervisor.
Participate in team development, communication, meetings, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
Coordinate work with team members to support B.E.S.T. practices and contribute to team cohesion.
Maintain familiarity with Simmons' operating systems and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary to support business objectives.