Forklift/ Palletizer Operator, AM - Dacula - Dairy

Publix•Dacula, GA

15h•$19 - $26

About The Position

The Forklift/Palletizer Operator performs daily start-up and shut-down tasks, operates equipment, supplies machines with necessary materials, and transports, loads, and unloads product pallets from trailers. The role also includes stacking product when necessary, tracking and tagging pallets, making minor mechanical adjustments and performing preventative equipment maintenance, conducting sensory evaluations of products and ingredients, and completing required paperwork. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Must demonstrate safe work habits.
Must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift.
Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds frequently.
Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must have good human relation skills, including the ability to work well with others and be a team member.
Must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Must be willing to assist other team members in other areas.
Must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time.
Must be able to use creative thinking for troubleshooting.
Must have basic mechanical skills.
Must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
Must possess basic math skills.
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work.
Must demonstrate a commitment to Publix and its mission.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of machine operation and touch-screen control systems.

Responsibilities

Perform daily start-up and shut-down tasks.
Stack product when necessary.
Track and tag pallets.
Operate equipment.
Keep machines supplied with necessary materials.
Transport, load, and unload pallets of product from trailers.
Perform minor mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance on equipment.
Perform sensory evaluations on products and ingredients.
Complete all necessary paperwork required by the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Holiday Bonus: in the first year of continuous employment, 15 hours of pay; in the second year, one week’s pay; in subsequent years, two weeks’ pay, subject to remaining employed through the bonus check issue date.
$2.00 per hour weekend differential for hours worked from 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost.
Opportunity to purchase additional shares of privately held company stock.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Group health, dental, and vision plans.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Parental Leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free hot lunches at facilities with a cafeteria.