Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and material handling equipment.
• Perform inventory functions including cycle counts, physical inventory, product checks.
• Load and receive materials from trailers.
• Move materials in and out of racking.
• Complete Hazmat-compliant documentation.
• Operate and use plant’s warehouse management system/RFID.
• Perform packing/quality checks and documentation as required.
• Hand stack palletized product as necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow all GMPs, SOPs, safety standards and plant policies.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Standards, and follow all plant policies and procedures.
• Work in non-temperature-controlled environment, including high temperatures and humidity for extended periods of time.
• Possibility of working around high noise levels, depending on location.
• Constant interaction with a variety of chemicals and chemical products.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 or more years of forklift experience (preferred).
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Able to visually concentrate, remain alert, and listen intensely for extended periods of time.
• Able to stand, sit, lift, bend, crouch, reach and climb consistently for twelve hours.
• Able to grasp and manipulate a variety of packaging components (i.e. sprayers, bottles, caps).
• Able to work in accordance with Health and Safety and GMP regulations.
• Able to lift 45lbs. from floor occasionally.
• Able to safely operate the forklift around co-workers, other forklifts, and mechanical and electrical equipment for up to 12 hours.
• Work in a non-temperature-controlled environment, including high temperatures and humidity for extended periods of time.
• Possibility of working overtime where necessary.

Qualifications

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

Benefits

The company provides a range of benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees also have access to retirement savings options with an employer match. KIK also offers Education Assistance to encourage continued personal development and growth.

Pay

$21.63 per hour.

Schedule

This is a 1st shift position, with shift hours being Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:00pm with overtime as needed.