Warehouse Forklift Operator - Shepherd Trail Road (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift)

Berner Food & Beverage•Rockford, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Forklift Operator moves between Berner Food & Beverage warehouse locations as needed for training and operational coverage, and must be comfortable and capable of operating forklifts at those locations. The role handles warehouse equipment inspections, inventory and materials movement, inbound receiving and outbound freight, scanning, staging, trailer inspections, and warehouse documentation. The operator follows safety procedures, company policies, and GMP cleaning standards to help maintain an audit-ready facility. The position may require flexing duties to the Baxter warehouse and/or Dakota plant when workload at Shepherd Trail is reduced. Other related duties may be assigned to meet the company’s ongoing needs.

Requirements

Previous forklift experience is required; stand-up forklift experience is preferred.
Basic computer knowledge, including Word, Excel, and ERP systems.
Knowledge of warehouse operations.
Knowledge of inventory-control principles, practices, and methods.
Ability to work in warehouse and outdoor trailer or yard environments.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 70 pounds.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including frequent sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, lifting, carrying, grasping, pinching, feeling, walking, standing, climbing, driving, pushing and pulling, handling, balancing, and reaching.
Fine motor coordination, finger and manual dexterity, and eye-hand-foot coordination.
Vision, hearing, communication, spatial and depth perception, color discrimination, and field vision, naturally or with correction as applicable.
Ability to perform tasks using legs, feet, arms, hands, fingers, tools, and equipment.
Ability to wear required protective attire, which may include a hard hat, reflective clothing, earwear, eyewear, gloves, and protective footwear.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of warehouse or inventory control experience.
Stand-up forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect warehouse equipment and ensure it is operational and compliant with safety requirements.
Complete required safety training and follow safety procedures while performing assigned duties.
Use the warehouse management system appropriately and maintain required work documents.
Safely and accurately pick, wrap, count, weigh, inventory, or tag products and materials.
Safely and accurately load outbound freight and receive inbound loads.
Accurately scan materials in and out of locations.
Follow the warehouse scheduling board and work with the logistics team to maintain accurate trailer schedules and tracking of loading and unloading activities.
Stage materials in designated areas.
Inspect trailers before loading or unloading freight.
Complete required cleaning and GMP standard work to maintain an audit-ready facility.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Promote a positive team environment through professional, nonviolent conduct and the ability to work well with others.
Flex job duties to the Baxter warehouse and/or Dakota plant when Shepherd Trail workload is reduced.
Complete or assist with bin audits and cycle counts as needed.
Assist other employees with their assigned duties when necessary.
Comply with company policies, safety rules, regulations, and laws; wear required personal protective equipment.
Conduct oneself in a positive, professional manner.