High Bay Freezer Forklift Operator (Crew B) Caldwell, ID

Simplot•Caldwell, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates material-handling equipment safely to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator moves cased product and totes to and from Packaging; monitors shipping activities and prepares trucks and railcars for shipment; and moves railcars safely and efficiently using a trackmobile. The role also conducts cycle counts, reconciles inventory, audits data, operates and inspects forklifts, and uses computers and programs including DCS to communicate and document shift information, track activities, and create spreadsheets. Required documents and reports must be completed accurately and promptly. The operator follows Company policies, plant procedures, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, and safety, quality, food-safety, sanitation, and GMP standards. Responsibilities include avoiding injury to self and others, following food-safety sanitation and cleaning procedures for processing equipment and tools, communicating with team members and support groups in a participative management style, and handling other accountabilities as needed to meet operational standards. The employee may assist in training other plant personnel. This is a full-time position in Caldwell, Idaho, with a stated shift of 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Overtime is common and may be required to meet operational needs. The employee must be able to work around and consume products containing soy, wheat, and dairy. Pay is $27.18 per hour. No relocation assistance is offered, and travel is not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of forklift operating experience.
Push-pull forklift experience.
At least one year of related experience and/or training.
Ability to work around and consume products containing soy, wheat, and dairy.

Responsibilities

Move cased product and totes to and from Packaging.
Monitor daily shipping activities and prepare trucks and railcars for shipment.
Move railcars safely and efficiently using the trackmobile.
Conduct cycle counts, reconcile inventory, and audit data.
Operate forklifts and conduct daily forklift equipment inspections.
Use computers and programs, including DCS, to communicate, document, and track shift information and create spreadsheets.
Complete documents and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
Comply with Company policies, plant procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
May assist with training other plant personnel.
Maintain Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation, and GMPs.
Follow safety rules and regulations to avoid injury to self and others.
Follow food-safety sanitation and cleaning procedures for processing equipment and tools.
Communicate with team members and support groups in a participative management style conducive to operational goals.
Handle additional accountabilities required by management to meet operational standards.