Forklift Operator- 2nd- Grand Prairie

About the Role

Transport loads using a forklift as assigned by manager/supervisor, verifying and matching labels with product content. Support production demands by staging materials, performing inventory checks, and maintaining organization in coolers, freezers, and dock areas.

Responsibilities

• Drop material (CKN) FIFO for each line and prepare for export to each production line
• Sort material by Item and Kill Date to maintain current FIFO order
• RF scan loads being shipped and pallets into inventory; store correctly
• Report any safety incidents immediately
• Place products in racks 100% safely and effectively and correct in SAP
• Ensure coolers/freezer are clear from debris and damaged goods that may present an issue for the department
• Ensure each line is equipped with material, film, boxes, and pallets
• Ensure all requests by production line management are granted in a timely fashion
• Ensure dock is free of debris, empty pallets, and trash containers emptied during shift
• Remove plastic from inbound loads and place on the dock until labels are applied
• Perform inventory checks
• Write issues to be sent to production
• Stage product for production lines
• Place product in blast freeze or cooler
• Communicate with management regarding production, safety, and employee relations concerns
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production demands

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year work experience
• Display positive attitude and teamwork skills
• Must complete a pre-employment physical and drug test
• Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist
• Must be able and available to work overtime as required

Working Conditions

High noise, varied temperatures (warm to cold), slippery floors, moving equipment, and dust may be present. Employees will wear personal protective equipment as necessary or required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(K) with company match
• Voluntary benefits including Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Vision, and Supplemental Life
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Annual bonus

Pay & Schedule

• 2nd shift
• Full-time
• Hourly non-exempt