Receiving Forklift Operator - 3rd shift - Danville, VA

Tyson Foods • Danville Plant - Danville, VA

70d • $22

About The Position

This position is for Forklift Operator PR03 in the Danville, VA facility. The Team Member will be responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must have at least 6 months of previous work experience with a single employer within the last 18 months.
• 3-month powered industrial truck experience listed on the application preferred.
• Must be able to lift a 50 pounds and push/pull 100 lb.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Must wear steel/composite toe boots that conform to site requirements.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime and weekends.
• Must be able to work in a cold environment (-10 degrees below zero to 40 degrees F).
• Must be willing to accomplish other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operates in a safe manner, and in accordance to all company policies and procedures.
• Uses a handheld computer to pick and scan product.
• Communicates effectively with other TM's and assists in coordinating to accomplish all assigned tasks.
• Operates powered pallet jack, forklift and/or reach truck. Inspects daily, charges batteries, maintains battery water level, and changes batteries as necessary.
• Delivers raw materials, packaging, and pallets to the appropriate production areas.
• Moves inventory in an organized manner to store in a subzero freezer, cooler, and a dry goods area.
• Moves finished goods and work-in-progress from production lines to the shipping area.
• Unloads trucks.
• Covers and stretch-wraps pallets.
• Ensures assigned production lines are continuously supplied with clean raw materials and packaging.
• Records movement transactions in the SAP system.
• Ensures all raw materials and finished goods are labeled correctly.
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment according to 5S principles, GMP's, and USDA regulations.
• Reports any damages, discrepancies, unsafe behaviors, and risks to Lead.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees