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2nd Shift Stand Up Reach Forklift Operator
CJ LogisticsLula, Georgia, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jan 2025
💰 $36,000/yr
About the role
Position Overview: A Cold Storage Forklift Operator is responsible for receiving, rotating, and taking the inventory of all products allocated to whatever cooler they are working out of. They operate the forklift to accommodate storage of products within the freezer, including forklifts, power pallet jacks and scan gun system. The Cold Storage Forklift Operator ensures the product is properly rotated, maintaining a clean and organized department. They guarantee the accuracy of inventory and freshness of product before delivering it to the production floor. Pay: $18.60/hourSchedule: 2nd Shift (Mon-Fri 4:30pm-1:00am) Position Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility is to safely operate a forklift
- Ability to work in a cold environment
- Physical fitness and strength
- Basic math and computer skills
- Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols in a cold storage environment
- Experience operating warehouse equipment
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Excellent communication skills
- Receiving and Inspecting Goods:
- Unloading trucks and checking incoming shipments for accuracy.
- Inspecting goods for damage or signs of spoilage, ensuring they meet quality standards.
- Verifying that products are stored at the appropriate temperatures during transit.
- Storing Goods in Temperature-Controlled Areas:
- Organizing and placing items in cold storage areas (freezers or refrigerators) according to established guidelines.
- Ensuring proper stacking and organization to prevent damage, contamination, or spoilage.
- Monitoring storage temperatures regularly to ensure products are stored in optimal conditions.
- Experience in a Blast zone
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Allergen Training
- HACCP Training as Required
- GMP training
- 1+ year, experience operating ride-on pallet jacks & forklifts
- 1+ year, experience in a Cold Storage warehouse environment
- Experience working with scan gun systems
- Must be able to read and understand internal communication
- Must be able to work a full day in cold temperature
- Detailed Orientated
- Ability to read labels and associated documents
- Guided Training - up to 40 hours
- Forklift Operation Training
- Forklift Certification
- Functional Process Training
- Battery and Propane Safety Training
- Battery or Propane Certification
- Current CJ Safety & Compliance Training
- Competitive compensation package
- Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and MORE!
- Rapid Pay (Ability to get hours worked paid prior to pay day
- Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
- Open-door work environment
- High-Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
- Opportunities for advancement!
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