Forklift Driver/Line Puller 12-hour Day Shift $24.00per hour

Premium Waters•Pittsfield, MA

82d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Driver will be responsible for bringing materials to the production line, operating the palletizer and stretch wrapper, as well as loading product onto racks or trucks. This position is on our high-speed line, so safety, quality and efficiency are the highest priorities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions; and a noise level requiring use of hearing protection.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year forklift experience preferably in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Must follow and help to enforce all GMP regulations.
Must wear hairnets, beard nets, safety shoes/boots, earplugs and safety glasses.
Must wear high visibility vests/shirts in the warehouse area.
Follows standard operating procedures including quality checks and procedures for all operations.
Meets food safety and quality objectives and the requirements of the SQF System.

Responsibilities

Unloads trucks, examines incoming goods and signs for incoming goods, noting any discrepancies.
Stages products and supplies before trucks arrive, including restacking damaged or partial pallets as needed.
Loads racking and trailers by forklift.
Cleans and organizes the warehouse in an efficient manner.
Communicates with shipping personnel, shift supervisors, regarding problems, product information, etc.
Understands and performs proper pallet tag, lot number recording procedures.
Able to work in a fast paced environment in a safe manner