ITO CANS

CANPACK Group•Olyphant, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Forklift Operator works in the Supply Chain department and is responsible for unloading and loading inbound and outbound products, as well as moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting products throughout the warehouse. The role is regular, full-time, non-exempt, and assigned to the night shift in Olyphant, Pennsylvania. The schedule is listed as B Crew, 7 AM–7 PM, and travel is 0%. The position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor/Warehouse Manager. The operator inspects and maintains handling equipment, receives and records goods, prepares orders, secures and labels pallets, and transports materials within the warehouse and to production. The role uses forklifts, low-lift pallet trucks, and SAP RFID scanning equipment, and includes inventory, housekeeping, equipment cleaning, fuel or battery servicing, and support for internal audits. The operator must follow plant GMP, BRC, ISO, safety, and FIFO requirements. The work involves frequently lifting and pushing or pulling loads of up to 25 pounds, and frequently standing, walking, and sitting. Occasional tasks include manual manipulation, reaching, climbing, crawling, squatting or kneeling, and bending. The position requires vision, conversational hearing, touch, use of personal protective equipment, and mobility across an expansive manufacturing environment. The workplace can become very hot depending on the weather.

Requirements

Ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to perform basic math functions.
Basic working knowledge of computer systems, Microsoft Office, and SAP.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility and interest in growing with the organization.

Nice To Haves

Engineering or technical degree.
Two or more years of forklift experience; propane, gas, or diesel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect the technical condition of forklifts and other handling equipment before use, record pre-use checks in the designated system or logbook, and report faults or breakdowns to the Forklift Lead.
Check delivered quantities and the condition of goods, and accurately record information on receiving forms.
Unload incoming goods, packaging, raw materials, and other items and place them in assigned locations using a forklift.
Complete distribution orders according to quality standards and instructions.
Secure each product pallet for transit and label it correctly.
Load goods and other materials onto trucks for transportation in accordance with work security regulations and instructions.
Move stock and goods throughout the warehouse using a forklift and following instructions.
Use SAP RFID scanning equipment correctly and coordinate to ensure RF monitors are in good working order.
Transport materials to the production department in accordance with FIFO procedures.
Operate a low-lift pallet truck when needed for loading, such as for sea containers.
Clean forklifts and other handling equipment in accordance with ISO and BRC standards.
Perform general warehouse duties, including housekeeping in the warehouse and surrounding grounds, when a forklift is not needed.
Select and sort packaging materials when required and assist with stock take.
Assist with implementation and maintenance of CP systems, including performing internal audits as required.
Safely exchange forklift gas cylinders, refill fuel tanks, or replace and recharge batteries, as applicable.
Adhere to all plant GMP and BRC requirements and perform other duties reasonably corresponding with the role.