Warehouse Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Home Market Foods•Norwood, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Home Market Foods is seeking a reliable, experienced Warehouse Forklift Operator based in Norwood, Massachusetts. The operator processes receipt, storage, and shipment of finished goods and raw materials; stages materials for production; moves materials to and from the production floor; and helps maintain safety and food-safety standards in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The position requires stand-up forklift experience and the ability to work in cold conditions and stand for extended periods. The schedule is second shift, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., with occasional scheduled Saturdays. Starting pay is $20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of experience in shipping and receiving.
Experience putting away and retrieving pallets in racked warehouses.
Experience loading and unloading trucks.
Familiarity with warehouse documentation and processing requirements.
Experience using a stand-up forklift.
Average computer skills and knowledge of ERP systems.
Knowledge of manufacturing inventory management systems.
Ability to read, write, and follow directions in English.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and extended periods of time.
Good vision.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to withstand working in a cold environment.

Nice To Haves

Licensed or certified to operate forklifts, specifically stand-up forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.
Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese.

Responsibilities

Off-load inbound freight and maintain written documentation of transactions.
Verify inbound freight bills and sign for materials.
Post product receipts and movements to the NAV ERP system.
Stage materials needed for mixing, production, and packaging on manufacturing lines to prevent production interruptions.
Store or ship finished goods from designated production areas.
Receive production returns and re-rack materials as needed.
Notify the Warehouse Lead or Warehouse Supervisor to inspect incoming products.
Rotate product date codes during pulling operations.
Maintain inventory accuracy.
Maintain safety and sanitation standards.
Process receipt, storage, and shipment of finished goods and raw materials.
Stage materials for production and move materials to and from the production floor.
Perform other duties as assigned.