Forklift Operator (3RD Shift)

Pures Food Specialties LLC•Bellwood, IL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

About the Role A forklift is an individual who moves stock around a warehouse using a forklift. The main duties include operating forklifts loading and unloading equipment and storing or relocating materials within the warehouse or manufacturing plant.

Requirements

1-3 years of certified forklift experience
Basic math skills
Ability to communicate and read labels in English

Nice To Haves

Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience

Responsibilities

Monitors and maintains inventory
Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks in a safe way
Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet
Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
Move hazardous materials
Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards
Take certification update courses
Maintain a clean work area
Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements
Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.
Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations
Attend meetings with manager and coworkers
Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings
Check in and approve new shipments
Perform quality checks
Adhere to uniform requirement
Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock.
Be alert of other employees in the work zone
Report quality variances to the proper channels
Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions
Comply with OSHA Standards