Forklift Driver Production (2nd shift) 3:30p-12Midnight

Forklift Driver Production (2nd shift) 3:30-12Midnight

Job Summary:

Keep the Mixing Rooms running by making sure all batches are in the room and lifted onto platforms timely.

Responsibilities:

• Check and inspect the Forklift prior to operating.
• Make sure all safety rules are followed during operation of the Forklift and bailer machine.
• Effectively keep rooms flowing by lifting the new batches up and removing all trash from room when the ok is given.
• Watch for pedestrians and is 100% responsible for controlling Forklift.
• Communicate and interact with all supporting departments (QC, Formulation etc.) to achieve goals in the production areas.
• Ensure all batches are complete and verified by QC before moving them into rooms.
• Communicate with room Operators to effectively load platform or hang bulk bags so raw material is able to be mixed correctly.
• Will remove and dispose of trash from rooms correctly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required
• 1-2 years warehouse and/or food manufacturing experience preferred
• 1 Year Forklift Experience required
• Current forklift certification preferred, ability to get certified required
• Dependability with a sense of urgency
• Walk long distances
• Ability to climb on and off a forklift repeatedly
• Push, pull, lift, & carry heavy product such as equipment, bags and drums weighing up to 100lbs
• Able to extend arms with hands over the head or at shoulder height
• Hold, grasp or turn with the use of hands
• Kneel, stoop, or bend downwards and forward
• Ascend or descend ladders and platforms
• Stand, work, and walk at heights on platforms at least six feet or higher
• Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word.  Convey detailed instructions to others
• Able to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds such as machinery alarms
• Near and far visual acuity required
• Work in an environment that is noisy, dusty and may contain spices with high heat intensity
• Withstand working in cold and hot temperatures for long periods of time
• Must be able to read and write English
• Able to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed