Warehouse Forklift Operator (Days)

Winland Foods•Lee's Summit, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Winland Foods, we know great products don't move themselves. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, our Forklift Operators play a critical role in keeping our pasta plant running safely, efficiently, and on schedule. As a Forklift Operator, you're the engine that keeps materials and products flowing throughout the facility. Whether you're delivering ingredients to production, moving packaging materials into place, organizing inventory, or transporting finished goods to shipping, every trip you make helps keep our operation rolling. Your attention to detail ensures the right products are in the right place at the right time, helping teammates stay productive and customers receive the quality foods they count on.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Experience operating equipment like forklifts, box trucks, and SAP inventory management systems.
Willingness to obtain required certifications (e.g., forklift, SAP, Train the Trainer, etc.).
18+ years of age.
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed.
Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others at the worksite regarding work matters, which are mostly conducted in English. This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications; understand written information, communications, and safety information; and communicate in writing as needed.
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Tasks may involve frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.
Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.
Employees must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, posted policies, or as directed by leadership.
Must adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.

Nice To Haves

additional certifications (e.g., Forklift, Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement) a plus.
Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels).
Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wrapping machines, and other related equipment.
Perform inspections on all equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
Follow Department of Transportation (DOT) and safety regulations when applicable.
Move materials and ensure FIFO rotation.
Accurately and timely stage materials to prevent production downtime.
Return materials to appropriate locations to ensure they are easily located.
Handle recyclable materials according to plant processes.
Deliver daily parcel shipments.
Participate in inventory counts.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
Follow proper storage procedures for allergens, kosher, and organic products.
Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and an audit-ready work environment.
Promptly report any safety or quality concerns.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Use computer systems (e.g., SAP) for inventory transfers and reporting.
Maintain accurate material handling records.
Participate in improvement projects.
Actively participate in all required training.
Participate in 5S efforts.