Lift Truck Operator (Forklift)

Lift Truck Operator Forklift•West Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for Forklift Operators in our Warehouse Department. 2nd shift-2:30pm-10:30pm BASIC PURPOSE OF POSITION To safely operate powered material handling equipment as required by assigned department. This position will require the employee to work overtime as needed. Overtime is scheduled based upon individual job responsibilities and the needs of the department. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES Must follow Jel Sert safety procedures, GMP requirements and work instructions. Pick and load product onto trailers as specified on bill of lading paperwork. Unload and stage product and/or materials from trailers as specified on bill of lading paperwork. Set up and remove production materials from production lines. Transport finished product from production lines. Report any safety and quality issues to shift supervisor and/or lead. Perform other work as required such as performing accurate cycle counts. May be required to perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment. Work independently with minimal supervision. Keep work area(s) clean and free of safety hazards. FOOD SAFETY/QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES: Follow applicable work procedures and instructions; final inspection of product and trucks (Distribution Center) and monitor quality control points (QCP's). Backup Redundant

Requirements

Ability to operate forklift and other similar powered industrial equipment in a safe and efficient manner while causing minimal damage to finished product and materials
Ability to successfully complete forklift certification training and exam
Good oral and written English skills
Complete understanding of GMP and Jel Sert safety procedures and policies
Must be able to correctly follow warehouse management system procedures and utilize related equipment such as scanners
A full range of motion is required (reaching and lifting), lifting up to 50 lbs. alone
Standing or sitting for the duration of a shift (8 or more hours)
Continuous work
Ability to work independently
Mandatory overtime during the week and/or weekend required as necessary

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in powered industrial equipment preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Safely operate powered material handling equipment
Follow Jel Sert safety procedures, GMP requirements and work instructions
Pick and load product onto trailers as specified on bill of lading paperwork
Unload and stage product and/or materials from trailers as specified on bill of lading paperwork
Set up and remove production materials from production lines
Transport finished product from production lines
Report any safety and quality issues to shift supervisor and/or lead
Perform other work as required such as performing accurate cycle counts
Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment
Work independently with minimal supervision
Keep work area(s) clean and free of safety hazards
Follow applicable work procedures and instructions
Final inspection of product and trucks (Distribution Center) and monitor quality control points (QCP's)
Backup Redundant