Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - New Part-Time Flex Scheduling

About the role

The Forklift Operator position is part-time flexible, working various shifts between 7am - 3:30pm. The position offers the flexibility to choose when and how much you work.

Responsibilities

• You Choose When to Work: Determine your work schedule based on available shifts.
• Flexible Hours: Available shifts include daytime, evening, and weekend options.
• Work-Life Balance: Work around your personal life rather than the other way around.
• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a team that values growth and development.
• Career Development: Gain valuable skills and opportunities to grow within the organization.

How It Works

• Download the app on your smartphone or tablet and use your mobile number to log in.
• Receive notifications on your app and via text for new shifts.
• Provide your availability in the app to help your supervisor post shifts that fit your schedule.
• Add new skills to your profile and let your supervisor know of your interest.
• Track your reliability, experience, and consistency on your profile screen.

Who We're Looking For

• Reliable Self-Starters: Employees who can work independently and show initiative.
• Experienced Distribution Skills: Successful work history in distribution.
• Flexible and Adaptable: Able to embrace change and maintain a positive attitude.
• Passionate Team Players: Thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits available after completing 1,500 hours in a calendar year.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use a RF scan device.
• Able to lift 50lbs, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Able to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Ensure all inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
• Experience in Food Safety or willingness to receive training in Food Safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
• Able to lift 50lbs, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Able to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Ensure all inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
• Experience in Food Safety or willingness to receive training in Food Safety.

Skills

• Customer First: Focus on delivering on promises to customers with a positive attitude.
• Treat Everybody with Respect and Dignity: Treat all colleagues and customers with respect.
• High Business Ethics: Operate with integrity and ethical standards.
• Corporate Citizenship: Act as a responsible member of the community.
• Professional Relationships: Foster positive relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Strive for continuous improvement in all aspects of the business.
• Safety: Follow all safety rules and regulations, report unsafe conditions immediately.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits available after completing 1,500 hours in a calendar year.

Pay

$18.00/hourly

Schedule

1st Shift - FLEX - Various shifts available between the hours of 7am - 3:30pm.

Values and Business Practices

• Customer First: Deliver on promises with a positive attitude.
• Treat Everybody with Respect and Dignity: Treat all colleagues and customers with respect.
• High Business Ethics: Operate with integrity and ethical standards.
• Corporate Citizenship: Act as a responsible member of the community.
• Professional Relationships: Foster positive relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Strive for continuous improvement in all aspects of the business.
• Safety: Follow all safety rules and regulations, report unsafe conditions immediately.

Flexibility

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends, and holidays).

Reliability

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.

Attitude

Maintains a "Whatever it Takes" attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to Learn

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings. Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc… Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.

Quality of Work

• Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produce accurate, thorough, and professional work.
• Understand the importance of "Only Handle It Once – OHIO", by completing work correctly the first time.
• Follow all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc…

Communication

Share all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance

Maintain an appropriate appearance and dress in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Safety

• Follow all rules, guidelines, and practices.
• Inform supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Expectations

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
• Able to lift 50lbs, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Able to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building you are assigned.
• Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
• Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
• Experience in Food Safety or willingness to receive training in Food Safety.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
• Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
• Complete all Inbound and Outbound paper work accurately and completely.
• Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
• Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.
• Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.