Warehouse Forklift Operator

Winland Foods•Summit, MO

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a full-time Warehouse Forklift Operator to support the safe and efficient movement of goods and materials across warehouse, production, and packaging operations. The role includes operating and inspecting material-handling equipment, staging and rotating inventory, supporting shipping and receiving activities, maintaining accurate records, and keeping work areas clean and audit-ready. The operator must follow applicable safety, food quality, and sanitation requirements, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, and FSMA procedures. Team members may also assist with training, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is based at 200 NW. Victoria Drive, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64086. The schedule is 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM on a 2-2-3, 12-hour shift. Pay is $22.00 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications, with additional bonus potential. The work may involve exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving machinery, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations, depending on the assigned area. Employees must wear required PPE and follow safety policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Experience operating equipment such as forklifts and box trucks, and using SAP inventory management systems.
Willingness to obtain required certifications, such as forklift, SAP, or Train the Trainer certifications.
Ability to operate equipment, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Proficiency with SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMP, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations, and commitment to following company safety procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with coworkers, supervisors, and others about work matters, including understanding and responding to oral communications and understanding written and safety information.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Positive, dependable, self-motivated approach; strong problem-solving, attention to detail, multitasking, accountability, and continuous-improvement skills.
Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, push heavy loads, stand or walk for up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
Ability to perform frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; near and far visual acuity, color perception, and normal hearing and vision (corrected if needed).
Ability to wear required PPE and comply with safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe-lifting procedures.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
At advanced levels, proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues.
At advanced levels, ability to lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
Inspect equipment and maintain accurate inspection documentation.
Follow applicable Department of Transportation and workplace safety regulations.
Move, stage, and return materials to appropriate locations, ensuring timely availability for production and FIFO stock rotation.
Handle recyclable materials according to plant processes and deliver daily parcel shipments.
Participate in inventory counts.
Follow food safety and sanitation requirements, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company policies.
Follow proper storage procedures for allergen, kosher, and organic products.
Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready assigned areas; promptly report safety or quality concerns.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Use computer systems such as SAP for inventory transfers and reporting, and maintain accurate material-handling records.
Participate in improvement projects, 5S efforts, and required training.
Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members as appropriate to the role level.
Maintain a safe work environment and promptly report food safety or quality issues to management.