What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at FreshLine Produce LLC?
Warehouse Worker
Job Summary:
The Warehouse employee will work collectively with the warehouse manager and other departments to properly load / unload trucks, maintain daily warehouse inventory and operate an industrial forklift truck to accomplish various materials handling assignments
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, railroad cars, trucks, and storage areas.
- Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.
- Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.
- Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.
- Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.
- Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.
- Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic.
- Performs other related duties as requested.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively with a team.
- Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
- Ability to take on new tasks and learn different skills throughout the warehouse.
Education and Experience:
- Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.
- Must be able to move and lift up to 50-pound wooden skid or pallet.