Forklift Operator

Little Leaf Farms•Shirley, MA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator loads outgoing shipments and unloads incoming shipments in a timely manner, maintains appropriate warehouse inventory, and prepares items for shipment. The role uses RK65 barcode scanners for shipping and receiving transactions and supports shipment preparation, receiving, storage, inventory control, production supplies, and warehouse organization. The operator is expected to follow safe work practices and GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and product quality, and report conditions that could adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety. The position also requires a positive, cooperative approach with customers, clients, coworkers, and management, and includes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Good communication, organization, time management, and mathematical skills.
Dependable and reliable.
Experience with barcode scanners.
Inventory, equipment maintenance, data entry, and computer skills.
Attention to detail.
Effective communication skills.
Strong work ethic.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods, such as preparing and packaging products and conducting regular inventory.
Ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 300 pounds with assistance, using extreme care and caution when handling plants and products.
Ability to perform intermediate accounting tasks and arithmetic involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, and weight measures.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of previous warehouse experience.
Eagerness to learn and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

Use RK65 barcode scanners for all shipping and receiving transactions.
Prepare items for shipment and arrange shipping details, including packing lists, bills of lading, and trailer sealing.
Receive and inspect inbound goods for accuracy and place them in appropriate storage locations.
Maintain accurate receipt and shipment records and contact shippers about discrepancies or damaged shipments.
Verify packing lists against purchase orders and provide them to finance for payment approval.
Maintain inventory of packaging and other supplies according to the production schedule.
Complete powered industrial truck inspections at the start of each shift and when equipment changes during a shift.
Prepare, pack, label, and shrink-wrap products for shipment.
Replenish production pack houses with dry goods needed for daily production volume.
Arrange shipments between sites and from suppliers to LLF facilities.
Keep warehouse receiving and shipping areas neat and orderly.
Build relationships with business partners and cross-functional team members.
Support inventory and cycle count activities, including reconciliation.
Maximize the effectiveness of the work space.
Follow safe work practices and GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and product quality, and report conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere through appropriate conduct and communication with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Perform other duties as assigned.