Ito Cans

CANPACK•Olyphant, PA

About The Position

The Industrial Forklift Operator unloads and loads inbound and outbound products and moves, locates, relocates, stacks, and counts products throughout the warehouse. The role also includes general warehouse duties when forklift operation is not required, such as housekeeping, sorting packaging materials, and assisting with stock takes. The operator must follow safety, quality, FIFO, GMP, ISO, and BRC requirements and may perform other duties reasonably corresponding with the role. The position requires working in a manufacturing environment that can become very hot depending on the weather, with mobility to cover an expansive area. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of forklift experience; propane, gas, or diesel experience is preferred.
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 enthusiasm for growing with the organization.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities and meet physical requirements, including lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds frequently, standing and walking frequently, and occasional reaching, climbing, crawling, squatting or kneeling, and bending.
Ability to meet vision, hearing, and touch requirements; wear personal protective equipment according to safety guidelines; and move throughout an expansive manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Engineering or technical degree preferred.
Propane, gas, or diesel forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect forklifts and other handling equipment before use, record pre-use checks in the required system or logbook, and report faults or breakdowns to the Forklift Lead.
Check delivered quantities and goods condition, accurately recording 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 product pallets for transit and label them correctly.
Load goods and materials onto trucks for transportation in accordance with safety regulations and instructions.
Move stock and goods throughout the warehouse according to 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 compliance with FIFO procedures.
Operate a low-lift pallet truck when needed for loading, including 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 forklift operation is not required.
Select or sort packaging materials when required and assist with stock takes.
Assist with implementation and maintenance of CP systems, including internal audits as required.
Safely exchange forklift gas cylinders, refill fuel tanks, or replace and recharge batteries, as applicable.
Adhere to plant GMP and BRC requirements and perform other duties reasonably corresponding with the role.