Pallet Jack Operator - 1st Shift

Wayne Farms•Alabama - Union Springs Plant, AL

About The Position

The Pallet Jack Operator is primarily responsible for transporting products using an electric pallet jack. The role may require carrying different loads and assisting in other areas as needed. Employees must use and maintain personal protective equipment and comply with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Operators must obtain certification before using driving equipment. The position involves frequent walking throughout the facility, standing for extended periods, handling and inspecting boxes and products, and working in wet, cold, hot, dusty, and loud environments. Employees may work near moving or hanging equipment and around raw, live-animal odors.

Requirements

Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
Must be able to comprehend some English.
Must be able to count and understand numbers.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally with employees across multiple areas.
Excellent verbal communication skills; must be polite and able to ask questions and obtain information when needed.
Must be flexible and willing to work in various functions and at any time.
Must be able to stand up to 8 hours and lift up to 60 lbs.
Must be able to frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl, and roll and push buggies weighing approximately 1,000 lbs.
Must be able to walk throughout the facility for distances ranging from one to several miles per day.
Must have good visual skills, including the ability to see and distinguish colors.
Must be able to use both hands and fingers for manipulation, product inspection, and handling boxes.
Must be able to work in wet, cold, hot, and dusty environments, around loud equipment, moving or hanging equipment, and raw, live-animal odors.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of operating a pallet jack; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Transport products from one location to another using an electric pallet jack.
Check specified product labels to verify the contents of boxes.
Assist others and work in other areas as needed.
Obtain certification before operating driving equipment.
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
Wear and maintain required personal protective equipment.
Comply with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations.