Jack Operator

Farmer Focus•Harrisonburg, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jack Driver is responsible for safely moving product in and out of coolers, freezers, and various areas of the plant using electric and/or manual pallet jacks. This role supports production, shipping, and plant operations by accurately picking, transporting, assembling, repacking, weighing, and staging orders while maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work area.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand English and identify items on paperwork.
Ability to communicate verbally with supervisors and associates.
Ability and willingness to be trained to safely operate an electric pallet jack.
Ability to work overtime as needed based on production and business needs.
Willingness to work in a poultry production environment, including damp, cold, wet, warm, and chilled areas.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
New team members must be able to pass a drug and alcohol post-offer and prior to the start of their employment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Responsibilities

Safely operate electric and/or manual pallet jacks to move product in and out of coolers, freezers, shipping areas, delivery platforms, and other designated plant locations.
Efficiently pick customer orders for shipment and ensure the correct number and type of product is loaded and transported to the required area.
Assemble various types of merchandise for shipment and carry or transport orders using material handling equipment.
Stencil, tag, or mark orders as requested to support accurate shipment preparation.
Repack and weigh orders requiring additional handling when necessary and report any quality variances.
Perform daily maintenance tasks and assist with special projects as assigned, including supporting repairs, installations, adjustments, parts replacement, and routine or preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area in accordance with company safety, quality, and sanitation expectations.
Communicate verbally with supervisors and associates regarding work assignments, product movement, quality concerns, and operational needs.
Perform other job duties as needed or assigned by the Supervisor.