Lift Truck Operator
About The Position
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. Our Byesville, OH, USA plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other similar liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you! The Warehouse - Forklift Operator - is responsible for safe transport of finished products from racking onto trucks and putting away products in racks or tier stack them on the production floor. They must cross trains with receiving from our 3PL and load outbound trucks with customer products. They must also be willing to learn some Material Handling functions and perform receiving duties including helping unloading inbounds from external vendors. The warehouse operator is responsible for keeping his/her lift truck clean and in safe operating condition. During any spare time, this position is responsible for maintaining sanitation and safety in the production and warehouse areas.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent required, eighteen (18) years or older
- Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime
- Must be self-motivated and conscientious
- Ability to work well with a team or other coworkers
- Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems
- Ability to complete certification requirements
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of Food or chemical manufacturing experience ideal.
- 6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
- Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred.
Responsibilities
- safe transport of finished products from racking onto trucks
- putting away products in racks or tier stack them on the production floor
- cross trains with receiving from our 3PL and load outbound trucks with customer products
- learn some Material Handling functions and perform receiving duties including helping unloading inbounds from external vendors
- keeping his/her lift truck clean and in safe operating condition
- maintaining sanitation and safety in the production and warehouse areas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
