Line Driver - Night Shift

Work at Simmons•Dubuque, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Driver is responsible for storing and retrieving goods in the storage area of the workplace. This role involves rotating stock using the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method, noting and reporting damaged goods, and recording inventory changes. The operator will use an industrial forklift and a handheld scan gun/RFGEN for lot tracking to maintain accurate inventory. Responsibilities include operating a forklift to pick up, move, load, and unload product on or from trailers, adhering to all relevant guidelines. The role also requires performing minor equipment service, completing daily safety inspections, identifying and reporting problems to a supervisor, and changing fuel bottles or refueling forklifts. Maintaining a clean work area, dock, and equipment, adhering to storage design principles, and recommending improvements are also key. The operator will create product labels, read and understand lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and production schedules. Daily reports must be completed accurately and entered into the computer program efficiently. Basic tools such as wrenches, tape measures, scales, and air/water hoses will be used. Consolidating partial pallets as directed by the production supervisor is also a responsibility. The operator must be able to maneuver a forklift safely in tight spaces, ensuring a safe work zone for others. This position is a team-oriented role that requires participation in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies. The operator will attend team meetings, foster cohesiveness, and accept responsibility for identifying and resolving issues that lack cohesiveness, reinforcing actions needed to achieve synergy within the organization. Familiarity with Simmons' established operating systems (quality, security, office environment, company policies) is expected, along with understanding the role in supporting these systems and communicating concerns or improvement ideas. Other duties as necessary in support of business objectives may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be able to climb on and off of the forklift.
Must be able to back forklift up safely which requires turning neck and body in opposite direction.
Must be able to lift and stack up to 75 lbs from floor to crown.
Must be able to sit and walk for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds multiple times daily.
Knowledge of Julian calendar.
Knowledge of FIFO practices.
Basic computer literacy.
Knowledge of military time.
Knowledge of RFGEN and JDE.
Perform basic math.
Must be able to obtain and maintain company issued forklift license.
Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in shipping and receiving.
Preferred experience working with large moving equipment.
Shipping and receiving knowledge preferred.
Preferred Education: N/A

Responsibilities

Store and retrieve goods in the storage area.
Rotate stock so oldest materials are used first.
Note and report any damaged cartons, crates or containers.
Record items added or removed from inventory.
Store product by using an industrial forklift and a hand held scan gun/RFGEN for lot tracking to maintain accurate inventory.
Operate a forklift to pick up, move, load and unload product on, or from trailers while meeting department, facility, company, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform minor service of equipment and complete written daily safety inspections.
Identify and report noted problems to supervisor for further inspection and repair.
Change fuel bottles, refuel forklift or troubleshoot repairs as needed.
Maintain the work area, dock and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, adhere to storage design principles, and recommend improvement.
Create product labels for inventory purposes.
Read and understand lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and production schedules.
Complete various reports daily and enter required information into computer program efficiently and timely.
Use basic tools such as wrenches, tape measures, scales, air and water hoses.
Consolidate partial pallets as directed by productions supervisor.
Maneuver forklift in tight spaces, while maintaining a safe work zone for other drivers and team members.
Participate as a member of the Team, fostering strong cohesiveness and accepting responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues.
Be familiar with Simmons' established operating systems and understand the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.