Forklift Operator- 1st Shift

Job Responsibilities:

•    Responsibility includes the management of activities for the safety, integrity, legality and quality of our food products.

•    Operates a forklift and pallet jack in a safe manner according to company procedures and OSHA regulations.  Must have Rise’s forklift certification.

•    Inspects forklifts prior to use each day.

•    Lifting to stack pallets

•    Operates shrink-wrap machine to ensure all product is shrink-wrapped and secure prior to shipment.

•    Supports and complies with GMPs. Follows all food safety best practices to prevent allergen cross-contamination.

•    Maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas.

•    Follows all safety procedures and participates in safety training. Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and PPE. Reports any injury, accident or unsafe condition immediately to supervisor.

•    Supports product safety, quality and legality.  

•    Supports, and comply with all quality management systems, continuous improvement programs, food safety, employee safety, preventative maintenance programs and legality.  

•    Visually inspect finished pallets for correct labels and that pallet stickers filled out correctly.                   

•    Participates in TPM initiatives. 

•    Follows all company policies and procedures.

•    Other duties as assigned.

Skills/Work Experience:

•    Ability to read, speak and write English to assimilate, retain, and apply training and knowledge of job functions and recognize and communicate problems and recommended solutions.

•    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

•    Certified to operate a forklift and pallet jack.

•    Experience using RF devices.

•    Computer literacy in Excel, Word, MS Access and SAP or any ERP system.

•    Able to lift up to 50 pounds consistently.

•    Ability to work independently.

•    Excellent math skills as well as a strong attention to detail.

•    Experience with food safety regulations strongly preferred.

•    Must be able to wear a company-provided uniform.

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